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    Master of Arts in Political Science

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    Seattle, USMAIn-person
    $65,811.00
    Tuition
    26%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    9
    Cohort
    students
    40
    Credits

    Master of Arts in Political Science at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is a 40-credit, in-person MA program based in Seattle, US. Tuition is $65,811.

    About the program

    Requires completion of coursework in two fields, core courses, methods training, and a Master's Paper of Distinction defended in an oral exam.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Autumn 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min We do not set minimum scores
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT 92 or higher; speaking 26
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS 7.0 or higher; speaking 7.0 or higher

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $27,588.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Political Science at University of Washington-Seattle Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Political Science at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is $65,811 across 40 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Political Science at University of Washington-Seattle Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Political Science at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in Political Science at University of Washington-Seattle Campus take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Political Science at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is structured around 40 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Arts in Political Science at University of Washington-Seattle Campus?
    Master of Arts in Political Science at University of Washington-Seattle Campus reports an acceptance rate of approximately 26%.
    How large is the Master of Arts in Political Science at University of Washington-Seattle Campus cohort?
    Master of Arts in Political Science at University of Washington-Seattle Campus typically enrolls around 9 students per cohort.