Overview

The Political Science students at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee learn to critically evaluate and apply leading theories in the scientific study of politics. Our courses on research methodology teach students to develop cutting-edge research designs that can be used to answer key questions in the social sciences.

Students in the MA program gain broad exposure to the primary subfields of political science (comparative politics, American politics, international relations, and political theory), while also having the opportunity to focus on an area of interest.

Key facts

The MA program prepares students for success in fields that require advanced research, writing, and communication skills. Many of our students use the MA as a springboard into top PhD programs. Others leverage the MA for careers in government service, politics, NGOs, or business.

The program also offers opportunities for mid-career professionals—in education, politics, government service—to expand their training and qualifications.â€¯The department accommodates the master’s student who attends part-time by scheduling sufficient graduate-level courses in the late afternoons and evenings to enable the student to earn a master’s degree through part-time attendance.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Scope and Methods of Political Science

Techniques of Political Science Research

Advanced Techniques of Political Science Research

Analyzing and Evaluating Public Policies and Programs

Nonprofit Advocacy and Public Policy

The Politics of Developing Nations

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00

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Language

English

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4.5

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Milwaukee, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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4.5

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6.5

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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25024 USD / year

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Living costs

Milwaukee

United States

1066 - 1767 USD / month

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

Funding

UWM supports many of our graduate students through teaching, project and research assistantships, which are offered directly by the program. UWM offers additional scholarship opportunities through our Scholarship Portal.

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