Masters programs in Islamic Studies which do not require GRE

Islamic Studies engages students in the study of the religious institutions, texts and devotional life of Muslim societies. It encourages the study of Islam within a framework emphasizing the dynamic interaction between a global religious tradition and its multiple contexts (political, social, historical, literary, etc). Study in this field usually requires some competence in Arabic and or another language relevant to the student specific Islamic research interests. The Evolution of Religious Nationalism in Pakistan: Islamic Identity, Ideology and State Power.

Admission Details

Statement of Purpose and Writing Sample

A writing sample is required as part of the application and should be between 12 to 30 pages long.

The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences - Philosophy

Critical Studies in Asian, Islamic, and Jewish Traditions. PURPOSE: The PhD program prepares students for teaching and advanced scholarship in religious studies. Training is two-fold. Students are first introduced to a variety of critical approaches to the study of religion.

Admission Details

Prospective students may revise existing applications at any time until the application is officially submitted.

An official TOEFL score

Official copies of transcripts will be required upon matriculation.

The Statement of Purpose is a very important part of the application.

If an admitted M.A. student wants to take more than the required 30 hours, permission may be granted to extend the tuition discount for up to another 12 hours.

Then log into their existing application portal, where applicant will see an option to create a new application. This way, their test scores and current address information will carry over into the new application form. The old application is part of the history of their application account, and will not be used again. Each application requires its own set of support documents

Instead of three letters of recommendation, a letter of good standing from the institution in which applicant are enrolled must be submitted.

Graduate Religion

The Arabic and Islamic Studies sponsors this master degree program that combines a thorough understanding of the Arabic language with scholarly research in the literary, linguistic, and intellectual traditions of the Arab and Islamic world.

Admission Details

The GRE is no longer required as part of the application for the Arabic and Islamic Studies MA and/or Ph.D. program

Applicants considered for the program will be subject to an Arabic placement exam as part of the application process.

The application form must be submitted by the 15 January deadline. The online application system allows for the electronic submission of the application form and supporting application documents, such as the personal statement, resume, and writing sample, as well as online recommendations.

A non-refundable application fee of $90

The application form must be submitted with a non-refundable application fee. Requests for waiver of the application fee are not accepted. The Graduate School requires that an application fee accompany any application to one of the university graduate programs. Applicants will not receive a Graduate School decision on their application if the application fee is not paid. Please note that cash is not accepted as a form of payment; please pay by credit card at the time of application submission or check or money order.

Clearly write the following information on the check or money order: applicant name, program applying to, and term of application.

A 500-word Academic Statement of Purpose should be prepared and submitted with the application. The personal statement should address their intellectual interests, academic and professional objectives, and proposed topic of graduate study.

Do not send a hard copy version of the online personal statement to avoid delays.

The Graduate School requires use of the online recommendation system.

Expedite the processing of the recommendations, which will be included in the online application once submitted.

Submission of an official Test of English as a Foreign Language score report with a minimum score of 620 or 260 or 100 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language

Arabic and Islamic Studies

Students who intend to pursue work with Arabic texts or in South Asian languages typically have the necessary language skills prior to admission, although some may pursue additional study while enrolled to gain greater proficiency. Other language studies, including the choice of secondary and modern research languages (typically including French and or German), will depend on the project to be pursued. Kecia Ali (Islamic law women and gender ethics and biography). Graduate Level Courses in the Religion.

Admission Details

Answers to general questions regarding the application process can be found on the GRS General Information page.

Official transcripts are only required if applicant are admitted to BU and accept the offer of admission

While the Boston University does accept professional letters of recommendation, academic recommendations are preferred.

All international students must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.

The GPR does not require GRE scores to be submitted.

All transcripts that are to be submitted with the graduate application package MUST be translated by an accredited translation service.

Graduate Program in Religion

The Master of Arts in Islamic Studies, offered by the Religion, focus on the study of Islam in its classical and contemporary formations, with an emphasis on developing competence in classical Islamic intellectual traditions. Such as working professionals, civil servants, and employees of international agencies the opportunity to tailor the program to their particular needs. A concentration in Shi'ism is available in the MA program. A comprehensive study must include both major branches of Islamic tradition for a full understanding of current issues in the world of Islam, and what its future holds.

Admission Details

Admission deadline for fall semester is April 1 (February 1 for fellowship consideration); Graduate Cetificate - July 1 and spring is October 1.

1. Standardized test scores: GRE not required.

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the PTE Academic is required of all applicants except those who hold a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree from a college or university in the United States or from an institution located in a country in which English is the official language, provided English was the language of instruction.

2. Recommendations required: Two (2) recommendations

3. Prior academic records: Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission.

If transcripts are in a language other than English, English language translations must be provided. The English translation alone should be uploaded into your application.

4. Statement of purpose: In an essay of 250 – 500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application.

5. Additional requirement: Recent writing sample is required.

Islamic Studies