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Master of Arts in Integrative Studies

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

USA,Illinois

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 16,223/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 41 FREE

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Illinois

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1957

Total Students: 13,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1 Hairpin Dr, Edwardsville, IL 62025, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Arts in Integrative Studies

Program Overview

The fast change of pace in our society is creating new career opportunities for individuals trained in multiple disciplines. The integrative studies graduate program allows students to access expertise from two areas and integrate courses into a degree that meets the needs of an emerging career field.

Consider integrative studies if:

You have a career interest in an emerging field that crosses academic disciplines, such as cultural heritage and resources management, marketing communications, or engineering management
You want to advance in a non-traditional sector or start your own business

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

60 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 41 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 16,223 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

CAD 16,903 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Competitive Basis Scholarship

Scholarship Information: UG - No scholarships and PG - 1000-2000 vary and this will grant once student will be on campus and on competitive basis.
Amount/ Range: PG - 1000-2000.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.