Overview

This is a 30 credit program at Iowa State University where full time students take three courses per semester and typically graduate in two years. The low-residency online option is available for this degree, and students can choose either the thesis or creative component.

Features

Our curriculum is flexible enough that a student could actually fulfill the requirements for two of the concentrations in two years.

Learning Goals that students in this Political Science program are expected to meet include:

Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of scholarly literature in political science or public policy. (Thesis Students) OR Demonstrate the ability to apply the scholarly literature in political science and public policy to practical issues in the public sector. (Creative Component Students)

Form testable hypotheses and articulate research objectives that, when met, will lead to significant contributions to the field of study. (Thesis Students) OR Demonstrate understanding of the difficulties and complexities of implementing public policy in practice.

Conduct qualitative and/or quantitative research via appropriate acquisition, analysis, and reporting of data. (Thesis Students)

Interpret research results appropriately, integrating them into the existing knowledge in the discipline of political science or public policy.

Clearly and accurately communicate research findings orally and in writing, and often through the use images (tables, figures, and other forms of imagery) and electronic or other forms of media.

Articulate how the graduate program, including coursework and creative scholarship, fits into life and career goals.

Conduct scholarship, in teams or with independence, in ways that consistently demonstrate ethical practice and professionalism.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Political Analysis & Research

Statistical Methods

Biorenewables Law & Policy

Policy Implementation

Comparative Social Change

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-18 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ames, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

At least three letters of recommendation. Normally these would be from individuals who are competent to evaluate the applicant’s past academic performance and potential for graduate study.

A 250–500-word essay.

This essay should explain why the applicant wants to pursue the Master of Arts degree and what areas or topics in political science they would like to study in the program.

Transcripts from previous undergraduate and graduate institutions.

Application fee.

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

15511 USD / year

≈ 15511 USD / year
Out-of-State

14551 USD / year

≈ 14551 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5746 USD / year

≈ 5746 USD / year

Living costs

Ames

United States

1158 - 1797 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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