Masters of Arts in Political Science
Welcome and Mission Statement
The primary mission of the Political Science M. A. Program is to provide high-quality instruction and training representing the breadth and depth of knowledge in the field to prepare our graduates for a wide variety of options after completing the M. A.
We offer a traditional approach to the M. A. to serve the diverse needs of our students and prepare them for a number of scholarly and professional pursuits. Some of our graduates go on to pursue a Ph.D. or law degree, others teach at community colleges or high schools, and others seek careers in government, politics (e.g., as lobbyists, policy analysts, campaign consultants, etc.) and in business and the non-profit sector.
We also encourage political science M. A. students to integrate applied experiences, such as teaching and internships, into their program of study.
Degree and Options Offered
The M. A. in political science is designed to allow students program choices that prepare them for various careers. We offer a broad range of options for students, whereby they may choose to focus on two of the following three fields of study:
American Politics
International Relations and Comparative Politics
Public Policy and Public Affairs
University Catalog: Program Description