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MA Middle Eastern Studies at University of Chicago

University of Chicago, United States

Programme overview

The MA in Middle Eastern Studies is a two-year interdisciplinary programme run by the Center for Middle Eastern Studies. It centres on intensive language study alongside coursework across the University.

Faculty: Division of the Social Sciences / Arts  |  Department: Center for Middle Eastern Studies  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Intake: Autumn  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

Students study Arabic, Persian, Hebrew or Turkish, or ancient Near Eastern languages such as Ancient Egyptian, Akkadian and Comparative Semitics, with interdisciplinary courses in fields such as anthropology, political science, history and literature. A separate Ancient Track MA is directed by Brian Muhs.

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Entry requirements

Division of the Arts & Humanities master's applications: transcripts, CV, two letters of recommendation from professors or mentors, a personal statement, a statement of academic purpose for the programme and an academic writing sample of 10-15 pages, plus a $90 fee. GRE scores are neither required nor accepted. All applicants must meet a university English-proficiency waiver criterion or submit proof of proficiency. Autumn 2027 deadlines: Round 1 2 Nov 2026, Round 2 1 Feb 2027, Round 3 3 May 2027.

Requirements published at faculty level.

Intake: Autumn

Duration: 2 years

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