Pocatello,
ID,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Doctor of Arts in Political Science in Pocatello United States | Idaho State University
Idaho State University
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Pocatello United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,152
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
This program is designed for students pursuing careers as political science educators across higher education institutions, from community colleges to universities. Graduates earning a Doctor of Arts degree will be qualified to teach diverse political science subjects, with a focus on American politics plus two specialized areas chosen from public law, political theory, comparative/international politics, or public administration. The program offers three interdisciplinary pathways for doctoral candidates. All students must complete coursework in American politics as their primary field, along with two secondary fields from the aforementioned options. The curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, incorporating related social science disciplines. Participants will receive comprehensive pedagogical training, develop personalized teaching philosophies, and master various instructional methods. Students will showcase their research capabilities through conference presentations and potential academic publications. The program prepares graduates for successful careers in higher education settings.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
For full admission to the Doctor of Arts (D.A.) program, the applicant should have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 for the last two years of undergraduate study and/or a 3.5 GPA in all previous graduate study. To apply, the candidate must submit:
1. The application form
2. Three letters of recommendation
3. A statement of personal goals
Thus, admission is based on GPA, the quality of letters of recommendation and the quality of the applicant's goal statement.
Toefl Internet-based test (iBT): a total score of 80 with a score of at least 20 on each Section, Computer-based test: a total score of 213 with a score of at least 21 on Section 1 (Listening Comprehension) on the computer test, Toefl Paper-based test: a total score of 550 with a score of at least 55 on Section l (Listening Comprehension) on the paper test. Satisfactory IELTS performance for Classified admission includes scoring 6.5 or higher on the total band score. Photocopies of TOEFL and/or IELTS scores will not be accepted.
1. The application form
2. Three letters of recommendation
3. A statement of personal goals
Thus, admission is based on GPA, the quality of letters of recommendation and the quality of the applicant's goal statement.
Toefl Internet-based test (iBT): a total score of 80 with a score of at least 20 on each Section, Computer-based test: a total score of 213 with a score of at least 21 on Section 1 (Listening Comprehension) on the computer test, Toefl Paper-based test: a total score of 550 with a score of at least 55 on Section l (Listening Comprehension) on the paper test. Satisfactory IELTS performance for Classified admission includes scoring 6.5 or higher on the total band score. Photocopies of TOEFL and/or IELTS scores will not be accepted.
Tuition
USD
30,152