Program Overview
Program Overview
The MA in Political Science at George Mason University's Schar School of Policy and Government provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the complex issues facing the world today. The program covers a wide range of topics, including American politics, comparative politics, international relations, and political theory.
Degree Requirements
The MA in Political Science requires 36 credits of coursework, including:
- 18 credits of core courses
- 12 credits of elective courses
- 6 credits of capstone courses
Core Courses
The core courses include:
- Introduction to American Politics
- Introduction to Comparative Politics
- Introduction to International Relations
- Introduction to Political Theory
Elective Courses
Students can choose from a variety of elective courses to specialize in areas such as:
- American politics
- Comparative politics
- International relations
- Political theory
Capstone Courses
The capstone courses provide students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills they have gained in the program to real-world problems.
Career Outcomes
Graduates of the MA in Political Science program have gone on to work in a variety of fields, including:
- Government
- Non-profit organizations
- Private sector companies
Top Employers of Recent Graduates
Some of the top employers of recent graduates include:
- U.S. Department of State
- U.S. Department of Defense
- U.S. Agency for International Development
- Private sector companies such as:
- Deloitte
- Ernst & Young
- KPMG