Political Science, M.A.
Course Delivery: 100% Online
Total Credits: 30
In-State Tuition Per Credit: $350.00
Out-of-State Tuition Per Credit: $490.00
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Degree Overview
As a student in the IU Online Master of Arts in Political Science, you’ll study the role of political activity in the social sciences, train to use various methods to build a body of knowledge using major theories and themes of political thought, and conduct empirical social science research.
You’ll graduate with an Indiana University degree respected by employers worldwide—and you can work on yours anytime and anywhere. Plus, you’ll enjoy personalized support services throughout your academic journey.
And the benefits start long before graduation. More than half of IU Online students advance in their careers before they complete their degree.
To be accepted to this program, you must have:
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- 3.0 minimum undergraduate GPA
To apply to this program, complete an online application that includes:
- Official transcripts from each undergraduate institution
- 250-word personal statement explaining background and reasons for entering the program
Application Dates
Fall semester: Aug 1
Spring semester: Jan 1
Summer session 1: Not currently accepting applications for Summer 2023.
Summer session 2: Not currently accepting applications for Summer 2023.
This degree is available at IU East, IU Kokomo, IU Northwest, IU South Bend, and IU Southeast.
Your IU Online M.A. in Political Science may prepare you for careers in such fields as:
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Education
- Lobbying
- Policy analysis
- National security
- Public service, government, and politics
To earn the M.A. in Political Science, you must complete 30 credit hours. Requirements are broken down as follows:
- Core courses (18 credit hours)
- Track courses (12 credit hours)
Students are required to complete one of the following 12-credit tracks:
- World politics
- American politics
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| POLS-P 570 | Introduction to the Study of Politics I | 3 Credits |
| POLS-Y 580 -OR- POLS-Y 524 |
Research Methods in Political Science -OR- Research Methods |
3 Credits |
| POLS-Y 575 | Political Data Analysis | 3 Credits |
| POLS-Y 529 | National Institutions | 3 Credits |
| POLS-Y 657 | Comparative Politics | 3 Credits |
| POLS-Y 600 | Capstone | 3 Credits |
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