Admissions

Admission is based on a review of the following items:

1. Completed application form.
2. Application fee: $50 USD for U.S. and Canadian citizens; €50 EUR for all others (payment options).
3. Personal statement: A 600-word essay detailing your reasons of interest in the program.
4. Writing sample A writing sample which highlights your familiarity writing academic research papers and interest in international affairs. Examples could include a capstone project, senior thesis, policy report or term paper;
5. CV or Resume.
6. Official transcripts from all post-secondary studies. If not in English or Italian, we must also receive a certified English translation. Students completing their degree may be conditionally admitted pending proof of graduation.
7. Proof of Bachelor’s degree or equivalent if not shown on transcripts.
8. Two letters of reference from professors who are familiar with your academic work and/or from professionals who can speak to your work experience.
9. GRE scores (optional): strongly recommended for applicants seeking funding. Our GRE code is 7772.
10. Evidence of English language proficiency: Non-native speakers of English who have not studied in an English-speaking institution for at least two years must submit an official letter from their degree-granting institution confirming English as the primary language of instruction, or valid scores from one of the English language tests listed below.

*Students graduating with a BA in the spring will be required to submit their final transcripts and diploma prior to the start of the program.

A 50 dollar/50 euro non-refundable application fee is required for the processing of the application. The application fee is waived for current John Cabot University students and alumni. Please note that only U.S. and Canadian citizens may pay in dollars.

Payment options

All elements of the application are to be submitted via email to [email protected]. Transcripts, letters of recommendation, and standardized exam scores (IELTS, GRE, etc.) must be emailed directly by the granting institution, professor, or examining board. Admission is competitive. For an application to be considered, all required materials must be received by published deadline.

Application Deadlines

*last deadline for students who need JCU housing and/or a study visa
**only available to students who do not require a study visa

For further questions about the MA program or application process please sign up for one of our online information webinars or contact [email protected].