Overview

The graduate program serves the public interest by preparing leaders for service in institutions of public life and contributes to the development and understanding of the discipline of political science. Our urban location in the capital city allows us to utilize a rich laboratory for applied research, as well as, observation of and participation in politics.

Program Goals

In the M.A. Political Science program at Jackson State University students will:

Examine and critique the operation of government institutions and political participation.
Learn to use the varied primary texts, tools, technologies, and methods of the political scientists.
Increase understanding of divergent views and unpopular beliefs, gaining competence in constructive criticism of political and social problems.
Improve their ability to organize ideas and present them orally and in writing.
Participate in taking practical action towards achieving their political ideals; and by doing so.
Develop their own personal political philosophy.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Methods and Approaches to Political Science
Political Inquiry and Research
Politics of African Independence Movements
African Political Systems
Black Political Thought
Modern Political Philosophy

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Jackson, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

An application for admission to Graduate School.
All applicants must submit one (1) official copy of transcripts from all regionally accredited colleges and universities attended
International Transcripts
All applicants must submit Immunization Records
Out-of-state and International applicants must submit a $25.00 application fee.
International applicants must also file a Certified Declaration of Financial Support
Three letters of recommendation
Standardized test scores
Special application forms and materials
Departmental requirements can be found in the Graduate Catalog, on the department’s website

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15360 USD / full

≈ 15360 USD / full
Out-of-State

15360 USD / full

≈ 15360 USD / full
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15360 USD / full

≈ 15360 USD / full

Funding

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