MA in Political Science in Tempe United States | Arizona State University

Arizona State University | Tempe United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 38,526
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

The Master of Arts in political science provides diverse specialization options across and within the discipline's four core areas—American government, comparative politics, international relations, and political philosophy. The program excels in studying ethno-religious relations, gender in politics, conflict studies, rights advocacy, political behavior, economic policy, and Hispanic political engagement.

Professors actively participate in cross-disciplinary research initiatives both at ASU and with colleagues nationwide, with numerous recipients of prestigious grants and honors. The department houses several research hubs including the Future of War Center, the Latina/o Politics Research Center, and a behavioral research facility. Faculty members also collaborate with other university institutes such as the Leadership and National Security Laboratory, the Religion and Conflict Research Center, the Melikian Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies, and the Economic Freedom Research Center.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution.

Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = A) in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = A) in an applicable master's degree program.

All applicants must submit-

graduate admission application and application fee
official transcripts
personal statement
writing sample
three letters of recommendation
list of political science courses taken
proof of English proficiency
3.0 GPA or equivalent
IELTS - overall band score of 6.5
TOEFL IBT - minimum score 80.

Tuition USD 38,526

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