Program Overview
The Political Science at Haverford College is a Master programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Political Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 66,490 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 66,490 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Philadelphia, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Political Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- American Politics
- The Politics of Globalization
- Introduction to Political Theory: Power, Freedom, and (Dis)obedience
- Injustices: Human and Animal
- Political Thought in the Global South: The Case of Latin America
- Urban Policy
- Women in War and Peace
- The Evolution of the Jihadi Movement
- Inequality and Public Policy
- Public Policy Analysis
- Democracy in America
- Topics in Comparative Politics
- International Security
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- The primary consideration in the evaluation process is academic excellence. Haverford is interested in students who demonstrate ability and interest in achieving at the highest levels of scholarship and service; engaging deeply and substantively with the community; and growing both intellectually and personally. The rigor of the courses youve taken, your grades, and the consistency with which youve worked over four years gives us the clearest indication of how well you will do at Haverford. Standardized tests also play a role in helping us evaluate you in comparison to students taught in many different secondary schools. Recommendations, the form and content of your writing, your potential for contribution to the campus community, and your interview all help the Admission Committee draw fine distinctions among highly talented applicants.Financial need does not influence our admission decision for U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 66,490 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 66,490 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 66,490 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 66,490 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Haverford College directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Haverford College
Haverford College
Haverford, United States
Haverford College(/ˈhævərfərd/HAV-ər-fərd) is aprivateliberal arts collegeinHaverford, Pennsylvania, United States. It was founded as a men's college in 1833 by members of theReligious Society of...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
