Combined BA/MA in Political Science
The combined Bachelor of Arts/Master of Arts in Political Science allows students to take nine graduate credits as part of their undergraduate program. Students in the BA/MA program learn the core principles of political science and go on to master one of three tracks: American Politics, World Politics or Law and Politics.
Questions? Contact the advisor for this combined program.
How to Apply
Students interested in the dual degree program should confer with the department's graduate adviser early in their junior year. Once students have completed 60 undergraduate credits, they may proceed with the CCAS Combined Degree Application Form. GRE scores are not required. In addition to the form, the Department of Political Science requires students to submit to the department office:
A statement of purpose
A letter of recommendation from a current faculty member
A résumé or CV
Course Requirements
All requirements for both the Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and the Master of Arts in Political Science degrees must be fulfilled.