Political ScienceNorth America

346 Master's degrees in Political Science in North America

University of Missouri - Columbia4,3(10)

Columbia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Atlantic History and Politics

Atlantic History and Politics at University of Missouri - Columbia examines the connections and conflicts among the diverse peoples of the Atlantic basin, including the Americas, Africa, and Europe.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,924/yr

Suffolk University4,8(4)

Boston, United States

Global Public Policy

Suffolk University’s Master’s in Global Public Policy (MAGPP) program is focused on the in-depth understanding of international relations—institutions, regulation, diplomacy, and governance—across cultural and geographic borders in order to prepare you for careers in international affairs.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$44,880/yr

University of Oklahoma4,5(30)

Norman, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Political Science

University of Oklahoma has a number of graduate programs designed to equip our students with the knowledge, skills and passion to pursue meaningful careers in political science, public policy, government and public service. The Political Science Department houses three nationally recognized degree programs.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$22,062/yr

Saint Louis University4,1(35)

Saint Louis, United States +1 Top 4% in Worldwide

Political Science and Public Affairs

Political Science and Public Affairs from Saint Louis University allows academically talented students to advance their knowledge and analytical skills by focusing on an interdisciplinary problem-oriented area of interest within political science.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$42,000/yr

The University of Montana5,0(1)

Missoula, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Political Science

The Political Science programme at The University of Montana is a comprehensive Master of Arts degree designed for versatile career paths. This postgraduate course offers full-time study options, focusing on advanced research and critical analysis. Students benefit from expert faculty mentoring and flexible degree pathways in Missoula.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$38,750/yr

Arizona State University4,3(230)

Online Top 1% in Worldwide

Political Psychology

Developed as an interdisciplinary program crossing political science and psychology, the Political Psychology MA program from Arizona State University was created to aid in the professional advancement of electoral and issue advocacy campaigns, government and private sector careers, and careers in nonprofit organizations.

M.A. Part-time Online

$10,890/yr

University of British Columbia4,2(210)

Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Society, Culture and Politics in Education

The MEd degree concentration in Society, Culture and Politics in Education (SCPE) offered by University of British Columbia addresses the history of education, sociology of education, politics of education, philosophy of education, and cultural aspects of education.

M.Ed. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$12,521/yr

University of Northern British Columbia4,2(18)

Terrace, Canada

Political Science

The Political Science programme at the University of Northern British Columbia is a comprehensive Master’s degree designed for advanced research. This full-time course offers flexible pathways including thesis, project, or course-based options. It provides a robust academic foundation for those seeking doctoral studies.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$3,897/yr

Queen's University4,2(39)

Kingston, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Political Studies

Political Studies MA course from Queen's University a twelve-month MA in Political Studies and a twelve-month MA with a specialization in Political and Legal Thought. It also offers a twelve-month MA in Political Studies with a concentration in Nationalism, Ethnicity, Peace, and Conflict (NEPC).

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$9,502/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Public Policy - Campaigns and Elections (Online)

Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Public Policy - Campaigns and Elections (Online) can help set you on a career path in fundraising, data analysis, or political marketing.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online

2 years$10,440/yr

Johns Hopkins University4,6(49)

Online Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Government

This dual Government degree from Johns Hopkins University offers students flexibility, allowing them to take courses online, on-site in Baltimore, Washington, D.C., or a combination of both.

Master Part-time Online

3 years$26,460/yr

George Washington University4,2(39)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Digital Politics

Since the first serious use of online campaigning by John McCain in 2000, online tools such as web advertising, interactive websites, complex social networking, and virtual fundraising have become central to success in politics, and especially in campaigns. The Digital Politics program is offered at George Washington University.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus

1½ year$22,560/yr

Catholic University of America4,3(28)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Politics

The M.A. in Politics from the Catholic University of America offers concentrations in Political Theory, World Politics, and American Government. Class sizes are small--generally under ten students per course--and feature traditional seminar-style environments and close working relationships with Politics Department faculty.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$38,400/yr

Acadia University3,7(106)

Halifax, Canada

Social and Political Thought

The Social and Political Thought Master of Arts at Acadia University is a rigorous, two-year interdisciplinary programme. Delivered full-time and in-person, this unique degree integrates social theory, philosophy, and political ecology. Students engage in deep theoretical inquiry through a core colloquium and a final research thesis.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$12,410/yr

George Washington University4,2(39)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Political Management, Global Politics Concentration

The Political Management, Global Politics Concentration at George Washington University prepares students to be successful in meeting their goals, influencing the political process, and making a positive difference in their communities, whether it be at the local, state, national, or international level.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$69,660/yr

George Mason University4,1(103)

Arlington, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Graduate Pathway in Conflict Analysis and Resolution

The Graduate Pathway in Conflict Analysis and Resolution, Pre-Master from INTO George Mason University students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway or Graduate Bridge Program in Conflict Analysis and Resolution are assured progression to a Mason graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

½ year$21,130/full

Arizona State University4,3(230)

Tempe, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Political Science

The Political Science MA program offered at Arizona State University is unique because of its sustained commitment to mentorship. The exceptionally small size of our MA program – with incoming cohorts of less than five students – provides students with regular opportunities to work directly with our faculty.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,348/yr

Georgia Institute of Technology4,3(42)

Atlanta, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Global Development

The Master of Science in Global Development is a Georgia Institute of Technology program designed to prepare professionals for sustainable development work in governments, private development firms, and NGOs in developing countries, primarily in Africa, Asia-Pacific, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$32,116/yr

Southern Connecticut State University4,0(1)

New Haven, United States

Political Science - Generalist

The MS in Political Science - Generalist at Southern Connecticut State University offers a variety of courses and options for students seeking masters level training in the discipline. We prepare students to use their understanding of political science in applied settings, although some students use their training as a precursor to further graduate studies.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus +3

1 year$22,446/yr

University of Oklahoma4,5(30)

Norman, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Political and Mass Communication

The Political and Mass Communication program at University of Oklahoma is designed to prepare students to conduct original research in one or more specialty areas exploring the process of human communication, with emphases on the social, psychological, political, and cultural effects of human interaction.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$22,062/yr