90 percent
of SPA graduates are employed or in graduate school, or both within six months of graduationThe MA in Political Science requires 33 credit hours of approved graduate work for students entering the program with a bachelor's degree. At least 18 of these credit hours must be in 600-level courses. A minimum grade point average of 3.0 in all coursework is required to remain in good standing and to earn the degree. Full-time status is considered to be nine credit hours per semester. Students are expected to complete the degree within two years.
The program requires one three-hour written comprehensive examination in your selected concentration area. You must complete two research courses, as well as concentration courses prior to taking the examination.
Concentration Research Requirements
More information about course requirements can be found here.
For more information, please contact the SPA Graduate Admissions Office at 202-885-6230 or spainfo@american.edu.