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USA, Missouri
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1963
Total Students: 16,000 +
Main Campus Address
1 University Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63121, United States
Make a difference in society and government with a Master of Arts in Political Science
Earning a Master of Arts in Political Science at the University of Missouri–St. Louis will offer you valuable insights into issues that matter and help you better understand how political, governmental and policy-making institutions and processes work. But a master’s degree in political science from UMSL also gives you an extensive background in researching, writing, debating and developing analytical skills. You’ll graduate ready to take on roles and responsibilities that can help you become the leader in business, non-profits or government you were meant to be.
The Political Science Department at UMSL is public-facing, meaning that while we are deeply involved in the latest scholarly research, our curriculum is distinguished by providing practical solutions to public problems and communicating with a wide range of diverse audiences. We work closely with the Community Innovation and Action Center, an applied research center, where some of our graduate students work as research assistants. Also, all of our graduate seminars are offered at night or online, making UMSL especially well-suited for working professionals.
Master's Degree
28 Days
Full-Time
24 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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jan 2025 | Closed | |
feb 2025 | Closed | |
aug 2024 | Closed | |
aug 2025 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Career Opportunities
Undergraduate Scholarship - At UMSL, we are committed to making education more accessible through our International Merit Scholarships. No separate application is required for these scholarships. Our scholarships are competitive and provide top-performing F-1 international students with a significant reduction in tuition costs, making the path to academic excellence more affordable. These opportunities are exclusively available to F-1 International Students and are contingent upon maintaining legal F-1 status and satisfactory academic progress.
Graduate Scholarship - If you do not receive a Graduate Assistantship, you will automatically be considered for this scholarship, with no separate application required. Our scholarships provide a significant reduction in tuition costs, helping you focus on achieving your academic goals. These opportunities are exclusively available to F-1 International Students and are contingent upon maintaining legal F-1 status and satisfactory academic progress.
Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.
It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.
A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):
Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 37,590
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
Program Level: Master's Degree
Duration: 24 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 20,696
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
Program Level: Master's Degree
Duration: 24 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 20,696
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
Program Level: Master's Degree
Duration: 24 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 20,696
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
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