Overview

Students majoring in Politics at The Catholic University of America must take a set of required courses in the major and complete a comprehensive assessment, which consists of a senior exam and a senior writing assignment.

The study of politics is divided into one of three main areas of specialization (or departmental “concentrations”): American government, world politics (which includes comparative politics and international relations), and political theory. All courses belong to one or more of these three concentrations.

In addition to coursework, politics majors must also complete a two-part comprehensive exam, taken in the fall of the senior year (consisting of a multiple-choice portion and an essay portion).

Potential Careers

Policy Analyst
Campaign Manager
Lobbyist/Government Affairs Director

Programme Structure

Courses included:

European Politics
Politics & The Media: An American-Global Perspective
American Literature and Politics
Contemporary Issues of Public Policy
Religion, Politics and Globalization in China
Refugees and Political Crises

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed Common Application
The Common Application Essay
Official High School Transcripts
Secondary School Report with Counselor Letter
At least one (1) Teacher Recommendation
ZeeMee Profile (Optional)
International students whose native language is not English are required to demonstrate English proficiency through the TOEFL or IELTS examinations.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

58920 USD / year

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Out-of-State

58920 USD / year

≈ 58920 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

58920 USD / year

≈ 58920 USD / year

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 USD / month

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Washington, D. C.

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