Normal,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Political Science in Normal United States | Illinois State University
Illinois State University
|
Normal United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
17,592
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Department of Politics and Government provides a master's program in Political Science designed to advance understanding and expertise in academic research, instruction, and public service related to political aspects of societal systems. Our graduate program caters to diverse student needs through multiple specialized tracks. We deliver curriculum pathways for both those aiming for advanced doctoral studies and professionals seeking terminal master's degrees to boost their careers or gain targeted employment qualifications.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A student applying to a master's program must:
have earned a four-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a college or university that is accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting association, or do so within one academic year
present unofficial transcripts from each college or university other than Illinois State at which graduate, undergraduate, or non-degree credit was earned. A student applying to this program must:
have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for either the last 60 hours of your undergraduate coursework or any previous work in a master's program
upload a two-page statement of purpose. This should indicate how the program fits your academic and professional plans.
submit a writing sample
submit names and email addresses of three references for letters of recommendation within the online application The GRE is not required for the fall 2021 application cycle. In addition to the overall university requirements above, international students must also:
present a TOEFL score of no less that 79 on the internet-based test (iBT) or 550 on the paper-based test, or present an overall band score of no less than 6.5 on the IELTS exam. Some departments require higher English proficiency exam scores.
provide a copy of a current and valid passport
have earned a four-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a college or university that is accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting association, or do so within one academic year
present unofficial transcripts from each college or university other than Illinois State at which graduate, undergraduate, or non-degree credit was earned. A student applying to this program must:
have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for either the last 60 hours of your undergraduate coursework or any previous work in a master's program
upload a two-page statement of purpose. This should indicate how the program fits your academic and professional plans.
submit a writing sample
submit names and email addresses of three references for letters of recommendation within the online application The GRE is not required for the fall 2021 application cycle. In addition to the overall university requirements above, international students must also:
present a TOEFL score of no less that 79 on the internet-based test (iBT) or 550 on the paper-based test, or present an overall band score of no less than 6.5 on the IELTS exam. Some departments require higher English proficiency exam scores.
provide a copy of a current and valid passport
Tuition
USD
17,592