Overview

What Distinguishes ESU's M.A. in Political Science?

A culture of open give and take encourages students to expand their intellectual horizons. In addition, the department fosters diversity and many international students call ESU home.

Are you a strategic thinker ready to take your undergraduate degree to the next level?

Do you want to become a leader and change agent in politics government, education or international relations?

Are you seeking a doctoral degree in political science?

The Political Science program of the East Stroudsburg University is the next step to senior leadership positions in these and other areas.

Our program also offers exceptional internship opportunities to help you achieve your leadership goals:

The Washington Center – Semester or summer long integrated academic and work experience in government, corporate and nonprofit organizations. Each internship is tailored to provide meaningful work experiences that will enhance resumes and will help launch careers.

Pennsylvania House of representatives Legislative Office of Research Liaison Internship (LORL) – Field-learning experiences for the integration of students’ classroom theory and practice in the real world.

The Harrisburg Internship Semester – An opportunity to apply academic experiences and knowledge to the challenges of managing the business of government while earning a salary and receiving academic credit.

Career Opportunities

About half of our graduate students seek a PhD. in political science with the goal of teaching. Virtually all ESU master’s degree students who apply to doctoral programs are accepted.

Other graduates seek senior leadership positions in politics, the federal government, the Department of State, foreign affairs or law.

Other Careers Include

Political Campaign Director

Journalist

Professor

Policy Analyst

Political Analyst

Elected Official

Senior Administrator

Foreign Service Officer

Lobbyist

Issues Analyst

Urban Policy Planner

Public Affairs Research Analyst

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Administration: Theory, Scope and Methods

Seminar on Local Government

Administrative Law

Political Communications

Seminar in American Public Policy

Comparative Policy Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

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More details

International students should submit all required items should be submitted at least two months before the start of

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

East Stroudsburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application: Complete an on-line application

Transcript Evaluation: An official course-by-course transcript evaluation report will serve as the applicant's official transcript

TOEFL Scores: TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for all international students unless your undergraduate degree is from an English language institution

Goals Statement: the one-page letter should discuss, but not limited to, where your interest in the field stems from, how this degree will help you professionally, how your educational and professional experiences have prepared you to be successful in a graduate program, where you see the degree taking you within the next five years

Letters of Recommendation.

Resume/CV: educational and professional experiences and skills

GRE scores

Proof of Financial Support: Approved financial documentation that demonstrates you have access to approximately $28,700 (U.S.) from INCOME sources is mandatory before an I-20 form can be issued

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

24510 USD / year

≈ 24510 USD / year
Out-of-State

24510 USD / year

≈ 24510 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16770 USD / year

≈ 16770 USD / year

Living costs

East Stroudsburg

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

What Distinguishes ESU's M.A. in Political Science?

Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

East Stroudsburg

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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