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MA Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

QMSS is a flexible, interdisciplinary master's focused on quantitative research techniques, integrating economics, history, political science, psychology, sociology and statistics. About half of each cohort is international, and students may study full-time or part-time.

Faculty: Graduate School of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences (QMSS)  |  Duration: Not stated  |  Intake: Fall (deadline 14 January 2027)  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Training emphasises quantitative research methods and written and oral communication of findings.

Career pathways

Analytical and research careers or continued PhD study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Statement of academic purpose, personal statement, resume, three letters of evaluation (minimum two academic; internship supervisor references preferred only if the in-person internship lasted at least two months), transcripts. No writing sample; GRE General not required. International applicants whose undergraduate degree is from an institution in a country where English is not the official language submit TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test scores. Fall deadline 14 January 2027.

Intake: Fall (deadline 14 January 2027)

Duration: Not stated

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