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Master of Food Studies and Sustainable Tourism
- Pittsburgh, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A 39-credit Master of Arts in Food Studies and Sustainable Tourism with a year at CATIE in Costa Rica.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Food Studies and Sustainable Tourism. Analyze discipline-specific problems and communicate findings clearly. Apply relevant research or professional methods in academic or practical contexts.
Career outcomes
- Hotel Operations Coordinator
- Guest Services Supervisor
- Events Coordinator
- Hospitality Administrator
- Tourism Officer
Curriculum
- Thirty-nine credits over two years of full-time study: 21 credits at Chatham in Pittsburgh and 18 credits at CATIE in Costa Rica. The CATIE year builds an international network around inclusive green development and global sustainability challenges.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree with official transcripts and degree conferral
- Course-by-course professional credential evaluation for non-US degrees
- Programme-specific prerequisites
- Passport copy
- Proof of financial support for the first year.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree with official transcripts, Professional course-by-course credential evaluation for non-US degrees, Programme-specific prerequisites
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- Duolingo 105
- PTE Academic 58
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Qualification Certificates
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Purpose
- English Proficiency Evidence If Required
- Proof of Financial Support
- Supporting Immigration Documents If Applicable
How to apply
- Review the graduate admission requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic records and any program-specific documents. Complete the official application and submit the requested supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if required. Pay any applicable official application fee. Review the admissions decision and arrange visa documents if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $13,378 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $60 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Eden Hall Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Falk College of Environment, Leadership & Management |
| Department | Department of Hospitality |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 39 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Oct 2026
ClosedProgram starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
79 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 1 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $13,378 USD per year. The application fee is $60 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $14,377 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, Duolingo 105, PTE Academic 58.

