Overview

The CU Denver Master of Arts in Political Science (MA) degree offers an in-depth understanding of the political environment, locally, nationally and globally, emphasizing the development of academic and practical skills in key areas of the discipline, and centering on the major fields of American politics, comparative politics, international relations, political theory and public policy.

The CU Denver Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree provides a strong foundation in business knowledge in such areas as organizing teams, developing marketing plans, using data analysis and technology in decision making, economics, financial management and strategic planning. The MBA develops skills required for competent and responsible administration of an enterprise viewed in its entirety, within its social, political and economic environment.

What you'll study

The dual degree program in Political Science and Business Administration from University of Colorado Denver provides a more comprehensive education to the next generation of professionals in the non-profit sector, corporate arena and governmental organizations. Dual degree students are able to complete both degree programs in less time, and with fewer total credit hours, than if both degrees were pursued separately.

The program keeps the core of each program intact, including some electives from both programs, and enables students to choose two additional electives from either business or political science to best suit their career and personal goals. Furthermore, the interactions between the students enrich the students in both programs, as well as the organizations that employ them.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Leading Individuals and Teams
Data Analytics for Managers
Legal and Ethical Environment of Business
Analyzing and Interpreting Accounting Information
State of the Discipline
Research Methods in Political Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-06-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

66 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Denver, United States

Disciplines

Business Administration Political Science View 290 other Masters in Political Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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GMAT

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students must apply separately to, meet the admission requirements of, and be accepted by each program. It is possible for students currently admitted to one program to learn about the dual degree and choose to apply after admission to the other program.
Political Science:
Online graduate school application
Personal statement of about 1 ½ pages
Three reference letters (academic and/or professional)
Official transcripts
Writing sample of about 10 pages

MBA:

$50 domestic, $75 international application fee
Online application
GMAT/GRE score
Official transcripts from each college or university attended
Essay responses
Resume
English language proficiency—international applicants only

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

49137 USD / year

≈ 49137 USD / year
Out-of-State

49137 USD / year

≈ 49137 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15840 USD / year

≈ 15840 USD / year

Living costs

Denver

United States

1310 - 2220 USD / month

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

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