About the course

The MA requires 30 credit hours of graduate work including six required seminars, two additional seminars, and six additional graduate credits in political science. Students are required to write an Essay of Distinction and to take comprehensive exams to fulfill degree requirements at the end of the program.

　　The Political Science Department offers four graduate degree options: The M.A., the M.A.-Security Studies Track, the Master of Applied Politics (M.A.P.), the MAP/Juris Doctor (J.D.). The M.A. allows for concentrations in American politics, International Relations/Comparative politics, and Criminal Justice. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Akron
Summer (May), 2024	Akron
Fall (August), 2024	Akron
Spring (January), 2025	Akron
Summer (May), 2025	Akron
Fall (August), 2025	Akron
Spring (January), 2026	Akron
Summer (May), 2026	Akron

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Akron

Official transcripts from all higher education institutions attended

　　For international students only, official scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

　　Admission requirements

　　3.0 cumulative grade point average at the baccalaureate level

　　The GRE is not required

　　International Students only- As determined by the graduate school, international students admitted to graduate study in Political Science must achieve a minimum score of 550 on the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or 213 on the computer-based TOEFL or 79 or higher on the internet-based TOEFL

　　A minimum score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Akron. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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