Overview

The Political Science program of University at Albany gives you a strong foundation in government and politics and offers six career-launching tracks of study (see below). If you aim to become a lawyer, the curriculum provides excellent preparation for law school.

Located less than a mile from the New York State Capitol, the widely respected Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy provides immediate access to abundant career-building opportunities.

Career Outcomes

The MA in Political Science prepares you for careers in both the public and private sectors.

Sample job titles: political aide, research coordinator, state assembly or congressional staff, lobbyist/liaison, nonprofit administrator, government watchdog analyst, public servant.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Political Inquiry

Quantitative or Qualitative Research Methods

Research project and written report

Portfolio of shorter academic papers

Electives

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Albany, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Transcripts from all schools attended

Two letters of recommendation

Resume

Statement of goals

The statement is generally one to two pages discussing what you have to offer the program and what you wish to get out of the program. It should include a brief description of the applicant's field of interest, related background, desired area of study and research emphasis or career goals.

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

30802 USD / year

≈ 30802 USD / year
Out-of-State

28318 USD / year

≈ 28318 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13908 USD / year

≈ 13908 USD / year

Living costs

Albany

United States

1010 - 1570 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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Overview

Career Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

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Financing

Funding

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