Graduate Information

The mission of the Political Science Department is to help our students grasp and engage with politics and power at all levels so that they can become critical thinkers and active citizens. The political science master’s program offers a specialization in International Affairs and Global Justice, designed to prepare students for careers in international affairs, development, government, international organizations, non-profits, public education, and the private sector—or to move on to law school or doctoral programs in the social sciences. With small classes and opportunities to work closely with faculty, this two-year program offers a broad range of courses in comparative politics, international relations, and global justice. To foster professional preparation, the faculty also helps students with publication of their work, internship placements, and study abroad opportunities.