The Department of Political Science at California State University-Los Angeles features a 40-credit Master of Arts (MA) in Political Science. Every MA student starts with core courses in American politics and political behavior. The department requires students to choose a thesis topic or register for a political science internship after the first year. Exceptional graduate students may be awarded the William Lloyd Scholarship and other aid options. The student-run CSULA Political Science Association sponsors lectures and events dealing with current issues in politics.
California State University-Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032
323-343-2230
calstatela.edu
Appalachian State University's Department of Government and Justice Studies offers an MA in Political Science. Graduate students register for classes on human rights and congressional politics before pursuing thesis research. Aspiring lawyers can add the pre-professional legal studies concentration to their degree paths. Appalachian State University funds student organizations like the Appalachian International Relations Association to keep MA students active outside the classroom. The department issues financial aid through the ASU Local Government Alumni Association and other endowments. Political science students use the university's Career Gear tool to locate government vacancies on the Internet.
Appalachian State University
PO Box 32107
Boone, NC 28608
828-262-3085
appstate.edu
Northeastern University allows MA students in political science to choose concentrations in comparative politics, American government and public policy. The MA curriculum covers topics ranging from public personnel administration to Chinese politics. The Department of Political Science maintains application information for aid options like the Martin Luther King Jr. Graduate Fellowship. The Political Science Graduate Association represents MA students in dealing with tuition costs, curriculum changes and university events. Political science students attend events and access resources through university institutes like the Dukakis Center for Urban and Regional Policy.
Northeastern University
301 Meserve Hall
Boston, MA 02115
617-373-2796
neu.edu
Farleigh Dickinson University operates its graduate program in political science through the School of History, Political and International Studies. Masters students complete courses in political systems, revolutionary movements and international law. The university offers financial aid options like the Honors Research Fellowship to exceptional graduate students. The Giovatto Library houses books, journals and archives dealing with political science. Political science students and faculty access the latest polling information through the university's PublicMind Poll.
Farleigh Dickinson University
1000 River Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
201-692-2000
fdu.edu