Master of Art in Regional Studies - Russia, Eastern Europe and Central Asia

The master's degree in Regional StudiesRussia, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia (REECA) is a two-year program offering advanced training in the history, politics, culture, society, and languages of this region. The REECA master's degree offers an excellent foundation for any career that requires broad area expertise, a high level of proficiency in at least one language of the region, and superb research, writing, and communication skills. REECA alumni pursue careers in a variety of fields, including government service, non-profit management, academia, and the private sector. The REECA program is based at the Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies, which marshals a rich and diverse array of resources to advance the interdisciplinary study of this world region. The Davis Center's 32 faculty associates, representing 7 disciplines at 4 Harvard schools, offer over 160 language and area studies courses each year. Harvard's library and archival resources on the region are unmatched outside of Russia. The Davis Center hosts a full schedule of seminars, conferences, and special events that engage a dynamic and collegial scholarly community. In addition to the academic and extracurricular resources available through the Davis Center, REECA students enjoy access to superior financial aid, including academic year tuition grants and stipends, summer and academic year Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowships, support for research travel and professional development.

Transcripts for all post-secondary study
3 academic references
Statement of purpose (up to 1,000 words)
Academic writing sample (up to 3,750 words)
Resume or CV
Demonstration of English proficiency (see GSAS website)
Optional: GRE scores
GRE General: Optional
a minimum score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic test.
The required minimum TOEFL score is 80 on the Internet-Based Test.
Admitted candidates who score below 80 on the IBT will be required to retake the test obtaining a minimum score of 80 prior to fall term registration.