Overview

You'll explore who is excluded from these processes and how they can be made more inclusive, as well as what constitutes a just society, what equality is and what it means to be free.

What constitutes a just society? What does it mean to be free? Who is excluded from the political discourse, and how can we be more inclusive?

These are some of the questions at the heart of our political science major. In this deeply relevant program, you’ll learn about the American political system. You'll examine how countries can work together to address global issues. You'll explore the relationships among individuals, governments and the public good.

In the classroom, you’ll examine interest groups, voting behavior, political philosophies and the administration of justice. You can even tailor your studies with a certificate in citizen engagement, political advocacy and elections, or lawmaking and legal processes.

Careers & Outcomes

A Political Science degree from Central Michigan University offers a great foundation for exciting careers in politics, government, diplomacy, law, education, communications and beyond.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Political Science

American Government and Politics

State and Local Government

Great Political Thinkers

Empirical Methods of Political Research

Citizen Engagement in Public Life

American National Government and Politics

Independent Study

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National Fall start : Rolling admission

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Mount Pleasant, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

If your GPA is at least 2.8, we will accept your application using the GPA you provide when you apply.
If your GPA is below 2.8, a transcript is required.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

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Other requirements

General requirements

We take several things into consideration when evaluating applications for admission, including GPA, test scores (optional) and academic improvement over time.

As part of the online application, you’ll need to pay a $40 application fee. If your family is experiencing financial hardship, speak to your high school guidance counselor to see whether you qualify for a fee waiver.

You may submit an unofficial transcript with your application, or ask your school counselor to submit your official transcript. We can provide an admission decision and merit scholarship with either one. Keep us updated with new transcripts at the end of each semester. It may mean an upgrade in your scholarship.

You don’t have to submit a test score in order to be admitted and earn a merit award.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

19800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19800 USD per year during 48 months.
National

10992 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10992 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

10992 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10992 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Mount Pleasant

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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