Overview

The goal of the Political Science - Political Science for Educators program at Georgia State University is to prepare students for careers in education. To that end, the program provides advanced training in American, Comparative, and International Politics, as well as opportunities to build skills in cutting-edge pedagogy.

Careers

The educator concentration is designed for current or future social studies teachers at the high school or middle school levels. After completing the degree, current Georgia teachers working in districts using the traditional pay scale may be eligible to upgrade their certification status and receive a raise.

Programme Structure

Sub-fields include:

American Politics
Comparative Politics
International Politics
Teaching Politics with Simulations
Teaching American Citizenship

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00

More details

Fall: Rolling Admissions

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

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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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants need to have received a B.A. or B.S. degree. The Department of Political Science asks applicants to submit the following:

Complete Online Graduate Application
Two letters of recommendation from persons who can authoritatively comment on your academic abilities
Transcripts from all graduate and/or undergraduate institutions attended
Statement of your research interests and how Georgia State University’s Political Science Department will help you meet your career and educational goals
Writing sample

The department seeks applicants with a history of strong academic achievement, clear interests and potential for excellence at the graduate level.

Tuition Fee

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International

32332 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16166 USD per semester during 18 months.
National

31726 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15863 USD per semester during 18 months.
In-State

9790 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4895 USD per semester during 18 months.

Living costs for Atlanta

1213 - 2208 USD /month

Living costs

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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Available Scholarships

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