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    Political Science, MA

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    Denver, USMAIn-person2 years
    $48,048.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    89%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    9
    Cohort
    students
    33
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Political Science, MA at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is a 33-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Denver, US. Tuition is $48,048.

    About the program

    The program requires 33 credit hours including core courses in state of the discipline and research methods, electives covering American politics, comparative politics/international relations, and political theory, and either a thesis or a project/portfolio. It prepares students for academic research, teaching, and professional careers in government and community organizations.

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    After the program

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    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,445.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Political Science, MA at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Political Science, MA at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is $48,048 across 33 required credits.
    Is Political Science, MA at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus online or in-person?
    Political Science, MA at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Political Science, MA at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus take to complete?
    Political Science, MA at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is structured around 2 years and 33 credits.
    What GPA is required for Political Science, MA at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 undergraduate GPA
    How competitive is Political Science, MA at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus?
    Political Science, MA at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus reports an acceptance rate of approximately 89%.