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MA in Italian

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Program Overview

The master’s degree in Italian provides opportunities for professional advancement in teaching and professional fields that require a good knowledge of other languages and cultures. It is also a means of intellectual development for those who want to expand their knowledge in the humanities.

Master Arts (MA) in Italian

You must complete a total of 30 credits to receive an MA in Italian.

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You must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for admission. Meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance to the program.

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
  • At least 18 credits of upper level undergraduate courses in Italian literature
  • Two letters of recommendation from appropriate academic or professional references
  • A statement of purpose of approximately 500 words describing your objectives in undertaking graduate study

The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is currently waived for both the incoming Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 class.

More About Admission Requirements
The Hunter Value

Providing an exceptional academic value is what we do best. See how Hunter compares against other top MA in Italian programs in NYC.

Tuition and Fees
$11K
Hunter College
$51K
Columbia University
$52K
New York University

Career Paths

A Master's in Italian can open up various career paths, especially in a diverse and dynamic city like New York City. Here are 10 of them with approximate salary ranges. These figures can vary depending on experience, job responsibilities, and the organization.

Leverage your research and language skills to curate Italian collections, assist students, and develop library programs. Salary range: $58,000 - $82,000

Manage operations and programs for art galleries, museums, or cultural institutions with Italian connections. Salary range: $45,000 - $75,000

Craft engaging content in Italian and English for websites, social media, or marketing campaigns. Salary range: $40,000 - $65,000

Plan and execute Italian festivals, conferences, or exhibitions, promoting cultural exchange and community engagement. Salary range: $42,000 - $68,000

Develop and implement Italian language programs for schools, businesses, or private clients. Salary range: $48,000 - $70,000

Bridge the gap between Italian and American fashion houses, facilitating communication, translation, and project management. Salary range: $45,000 - $78,000

Assist Italian individuals and families with navigating the US immigration process, leveraging your legal knowledge and language skills. Salary range: $50,000 - $80,000

Guide American companies entering the Italian market, offering cultural expertise, translation, and negotiation support. Salary range: $52,000 - $85,000

Breathe new life into Italian literature by translating books, articles, or scripts for publication or performance. Salary range: freelance, varies by project

Acquire, edit, and publish Italian-language books or manage the translation process for English-language publishers. Salary range: $45,000 - $72,000

Application Deadline

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Hunter College may consider late applications on a rolling basis pending space is still available in the program.

Fall Spring
April 1 November 1

Some programs may extend their application deadlines beyond those listed above. Please contact Graduate Admissions for specific information. For information on how to apply, click the link below.

How to Apply

Students Educated Outside the US

Applicants whose native language is not English and who have taken all or part of their undergraduate education in a country where English is not the native language are required to submit scores on the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The following minimum scores must be obtained:

  • TOEFL iBT: 80/ Paper Based Test: 550/ Computer Based Test: 213
  • IELTS: 6.5 Overall Band Score
Info for Students Educated Outside US

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Get started on your application now or visit the academic department's website to learn more about this graduate program.

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Dept. of Romance Languages
Monica Calabritto
Romance Languages
68th Street West 1308
(212) 772-5098
mcalabri@hunter.cuny.edu
Julie Van Peteghem
Romance Languages
68th Street West 1341
jv41@hunter.cuny.edu

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