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    MA in Political Science

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    Washington, D.C., USMAHybrid16 months
    $61,680.00
    Tuition
    over 16mo
    9%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    8
    Cohort
    students
    36
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    MA in Political Science at Johns Hopkins University is a 36-credit, 16-month, hybrid MA program based in Washington, D.C., US. Tuition is $61,680.

    About the program

    The program combines theory with practical skills for governmental, political, and policymaking challenges. It covers politics and government with flexible options for concentrations.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min No published minimums; GRE required for Political Science (PhD program, MA en route)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min No minimum published on official pages; TOEFL/IELTS required unless waiver (e.g., 2 years full-time study in US/select countries); secondary source (Petersons) lists TOEFL iBT 100
    IELTS
    required
    Min No minimum published on official pages; TOEFL/IELTS required unless waiver; secondary source lists IELTS required (no score)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MA in Political Science at Johns Hopkins University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MA in Political Science at Johns Hopkins University is $61,680 across 36 required credits.
    Is MA in Political Science at Johns Hopkins University online or in-person?
    MA in Political Science at Johns Hopkins University is offered hybrid.
    How long does MA in Political Science at Johns Hopkins University take to complete?
    MA in Political Science at Johns Hopkins University is structured around 16 months and 36 credits.
    How competitive is MA in Political Science at Johns Hopkins University?
    MA in Political Science at Johns Hopkins University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 9%.
    How large is the MA in Political Science at Johns Hopkins University cohort?
    MA in Political Science at Johns Hopkins University typically enrolls around 8 students per cohort.