Overview

Its essential function is to educate professional political scientists, capable of independent research and qualified for careers in academic institutions, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and the private sector.

The Ph.D. and M.A. Programs in Political Science offers three degree programs and features courses in five subfields:

American Politics
Comparative Politics
International Relations
Political Theory
Public Policy

Learning outcomes

In addition, students can specialize in Political Science at The City University of New York, which trains them to write serious political analysis for an audience outside of the discipline. While the Ph.D. and M.A. Programs feature a diversity of approaches, all students are expected to specialize in and develop an understanding of the discipline as a whole.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Writing Politics
Global Political Theory
Constitutional Law
Basic Theories & Concepts in International Relations
Politics of Development
Comparative Urban Politics & Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Political Science View 295 other Masters in Political Science in United States

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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

A minimum of 24 credits of undergraduate work in acceptable courses of Political Science, History, Economics, Sociology, or related fields.
A personal statement (Statement is a minimum of (2) pages and a maximum of (5) pages)
Writing samples (only (1) writing sample is required for submission)
Transcripts
Letters of Recommendation (see guidance under “gather your application materials”)

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

25650 USD / year

≈ 25650 USD / year
Out-of-State

25650 USD / year

≈ 25650 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14100 USD / year

≈ 14100 USD / year

Additional Details

Local students: $5,545 / semester

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 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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