Overview

Political Science from Western Michigan University will give you practical knowledge and conceptual tools to pursue careers in law, business, journalism, public service and education.

Graduates with Political Science from Western Michigan University will be prepared for various career goals such as:

Positions in public service and quasi-public agencies.

Further professional training in political science and related professions, such as law.

Teaching positions in community colleges.

General positions in the business world.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

American Politics

Comparative Politics

Teaching Political Science

Research and Professional Skills

Political Philosophy

Modern Democratic Theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Relations Political Science View 360 other Masters in Political Science in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3.25

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students must have completed at least 24 hours of work in the social sciences or other relevant fields and have achieved a 3.0 grade point average.

Must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and have achieved a 3.25 GPA in the last two years of their bachelor’s degree.

Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Copy of passport identification page

Proof of English language proficiency

Transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended or are attending, including diplomas, examination results, mark sheets and certificates

$100 non-refundable application fee

Proof of sufficient funds for the first academic year of study at WMU according to estimated cost of attendance

This program requires three recommendations

Written statement

Tuition Fee

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International

32880 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1096 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

32880 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1096 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

21900 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 730 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Kalamazoo

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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