Overview

Our curriculum prepares students for graduate studies and professional careers in law, politics, teaching, journalism, government, and international civil service.

The programme

Our top faculty, our innovative teaching styles, and our emphasis on experiential learning set the study of political science at Washington College apart from other places. Co-curricular programming through the Goldstein Program in Public Affairs and the Institute for Religion, Politics and Culture offers students a myriad of opportunities, including lectures by world-renowned experts, field trips, internships and short-term study abroad.
Political Science students at Washington College also benefit from the college’s close proximity to our nation’s capital as well as Annapolis, the Maryland state capital. Many of our students complete internships or volunteer to work for political parties, nongovernmental organizations or campaigns during election season.

Accreditation

Most recently effective June 26, 2014, Washington College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Government and Politics

Theories of Peace and Conflict

Justice, Power, and Political Thought

Parties and Interest Groups

Congress and the Legislative Process

The American Presidency

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chestertown, 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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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete High School Transcript and/or Final exam results

SAT/ACT Standardized Test Scores or IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo English Test Proficiency Results or Test-Optional Form

Letter of Recommendation from a High School Guidance Counselor, Teacher, or School Administrator

Personal Essay

Resume (optional)

Completed and signed application form

Admission essay/personal statement

One counselor recommendation

Official Transcript

Activities sheet or résumé

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

56988 USD / year

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Out-of-State

56988 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

56988 USD / year

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Living costs

Chestertown

United States

1420 - 2405 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

The programme

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Chestertown

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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