Overview

The students in the Political Science program at Arkansas State University may specialize in any of the four subfields: American politics, comparative politics, international politics or political theory.

Mission

The Mission of the MA program is to prepare students for future educational and career opportunities in both the public and private sectors. We accomplish this mission by equipping our students with substantive knowledge and methodological skills necessary to conduct research, instruct primary, secondary, and undergraduate students on civics, government, and politics, and/or pursue advanced graduate studies in professional programs (i.e., doctoral, law school, and other public and private related programs of study).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Techniques of Political and Public Administration Research

Advanced Political Analysis

American Legislative Process

Public Opinion and Public Policy

Political Engagement

International Organization

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Jonesboro, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A statement of interest outlining the applicant’s goal past the MA and the types of work he or she wishes to pursue in the program to realize that goal

A resume/curriculum vitae

An academic writing sample

For international students, TOEFL scores

Two letters of reference from people who can evaluate the applicant’s academic potential
Baccalaureate Degree with a 2.75 GPA or 3.0 over last 60 hours

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17954 USD / year

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Out-of-State

17954 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

10058 USD / year

≈ 10058 USD / year

Living costs

Jonesboro

United States

770 - 1180 USD / month

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Overview

Mission

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Jonesboro

Financing

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