Islamic and Near Eastern Studies
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
The Department of Jewish, Islamic, and Middle Eastern Studies (JIMES) at Washington University in St. Louis offers two terminal master's degrees: a Master of Arts in Jewish Studies and a Master of Arts in Islamic and Near Eastern Studies. These programs provide comprehensive coursework and research opportunities to deepen understanding of the respective fields, preparing students for careers in academia, research, or related sectors.
- Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
- 2 years
- On Campus
- ₹57,25,665/Year
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Program Overview
The Department of Jewish, Islamic, and Middle Eastern Studies (JIMES) at Washington University in St. Louis offers two terminal master's degrees: a Master of Arts in Jewish Studies and a Master of Arts in Islamic and Near Eastern Studies. These programs provide comprehensive coursework and research opportunities to deepen understanding of the respective fields, preparing students for careers in academia, research, or related sectors.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
No Admission Requirement Available.
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-08-01
Apply before 2025-12-01
Starting 2026-01-01
Apply before 2025-12-01
Program Start
Jan-26
Programme Structure
Courses The Late Ottoman Middle East The Middle East in the Twentieth Century Muhammad in History and Literature Colonial Cities and the Making of Modernity Historical Methods-Middle Eastern History: Law and Revolution in Modern Egypt
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
No academic requirements found.
English Language Requirements
No English language requirements found.
Additional Requirements
Candidates must complete a minimum of 36 graduate-level credits, excluding first- and second-year language courses, with up to 6 transfer credits accepted. Proficiency in third-year Arabic is required, demonstrated through coursework or a major seminar paper utilizing Arabic sources. Students must produce two major research papers—either in seminars or independent studies supervised by faculty—or opt to write a Master's thesis in lieu of these papers. An oral examination, lasting no more than one hour, based on the research papers or thesis, is required for degree completion.
Course Fees
₹57,25,665/Year
Annual Fee
2 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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