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Tuition USD 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Kingston, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Political Science at University of Rhode Island 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Kingston, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Political Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:

  1. Policy Analyst
  2. NGO Programme Manager
  3. Researcher
  4. Social Worker
  5. Diplomat
  6. Development Consultant

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. PSC 553 \x93Scope and Methods in Political Science Research\x94
  2. PSC 580 \x93Seminar in International Relations\x94
  3. PSC 583 \x93Seminar in American Politics\x94
  4. PSC 584 \x93Seminar in Advanced Comparative Politics\x94
  5. PSC 544 \x93Democracy and Its Critics\x94
  6. PSC 581/582 \x93Special Topics in Political Science\x94
  7. Public Opinion and Political Behavior
  8. Comparative Development
  9. International Conflict
  10. Religion and International Relations

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

AdmissionAdmission is on a rolling basis. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, two copies of their official undergraduate transcript, a resume, and a personal statement. A GRE test score is required for applicants whose cumulative undergraduate GPA is below 3.0. An online application is required.IMPORTANT: all other application materials should be sent directly to the graduate director, Marc Hutchison.Marc Hutchison, Political Science M.A. DirectorDepartment of Political ScienceUniversity of Rhode IslandWashburn HallKingston, RI 02881After the complete application is submitted, the program director makes his/her recommendation to the Graduate School. The Graduate School will, in turn, notify the student of their decision.Students are encouraged to email the graduate director, Marc Hutchison, (mlhutch@uri.edu) with any questions concerning their application.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Rhode Island 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 University of Rhode Island

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Kingston, United States

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  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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