Courses are offered in American national government, state and local government, international relations, comparative politics and political theory.  With a large full-time faculty, students have the opportunity for a close intellectual exchange with professors. Program faculty specialize in the following, among many others: politics and literature, politics and business, humanitarian and refugee policy, African politics, religion and politics, Marxist-Leninist ideology, the American presidency, peasant societies, international political economy, Texas politics, public policy and constitutional theory.

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Degree Tracks

The M.A. in political science offers two tracks: Thesis and Non-Thesis. Both have their benefits and drawbacks depending on your individual needs, interests, and career goals.

Optional Degree Foci

While not required, tailoring your degree through one of the 4 optional program foci can help you demonstrate a learning focus for future employment or an advanced degree.

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Social Science Teachers Emphasis

For secondary and community college social studies teachers interested in an advanced degree, we offer a 100% online M.A. degree program within the non-thesis degree track, with a specialized emphasis in American politics.

Are you a Texas State political science undergraduate student interested in the graduate program? Speak with the MA program director to see if you qualify for the 3+2 accelerated degree program.