Overview

We will explore through the Political Science program at the Marshall University what politicians and political scientists mean when they use abstract words such as power, government, distribution of scarce resources, political culture, freedom, and equality.

Key facts

We will also help you answer questions like: How is power in America exercised and distributed? What are the sources of conflict in society? Why is there turmoil in the Middle East and what is the role of the United States in that turmoil? Is war ever justified? What do we really mean when we talk about justice? Is there a difference between what governments do and what people really want? How do politics and government in West Virginia compare with that of other states? What kind of world might we live in when your children are getting ready for college? And this is just the tip of the iceberg. Political Science is a fascinating, in-depth look at your world.

Programme Structure

Courses Included:

American State Government and Politics (some Writing Intensive sections)
Urban Government and Politics
Black Politics
The American Legislative Process
The American Executive Process
Power in American Society
Urban Problems and Public Policy
Issues in Public Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , International

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National students: applications must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the start of a term.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Huntington, United States

Disciplines

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application for admission.
A non-refundable application fee of $40.
An official, final transcript, including graduation date, sent directly from the student’s high school to the Marshall University Admissions Office.
Official college transcript
American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) scores
A valid immunization record

International Students:

Equivalent of U.S. high school diploma
International GPA requirements are equivalent to domestic GPA requirements and vary by program
ACT/SAT required for some programs and merit-based scholarships
Proof of English Proficiency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20390 USD / year

≈ 20390 USD / year
Out-of-State

20390 USD / year

≈ 20390 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

9388 USD / year

≈ 9388 USD / year

Additional Details

Metro Residents: $6,608

Living costs

Huntington

United States

621 - 1035 USD / month

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