Overview

About Political Science (Public Policy Focus) at George Washington University

Inside the classroom, you will learn from a faculty of leading experts in policy issues, political behavior, and current events, while outside the classroom you’ll benefit from ample opportunities to intern on the Hill, on political campaigns, or at government agencies. Students interested in Public Policy can add this focus to their major. By examining politics in-depth on both a national and international scale, our graduates are well-prepared to enter a variety of careers in research, public affairs, public policy, and political campaigns. A number of graduates also decide to continue their education through graduate work or law school.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Comparative Politics

American Politics and Government

International Politics

International Affairs

State and Urban Policy Problems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-05 00:00:00
Starting 2025-01-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Public Policy Public Relations Political Science View 1561 other Bachelors in Political Science in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

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Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit an Application
Submit a Writing Supplement (Optional)
Send Official Transcripts
Send Optional Test Scores
Demonstrate English Language Proficiency
Submit a School Report
Submit a Letter of Recommendation
Complete a Financial Certificate
Submit a Portfolio (Corcoran Only)
Send Optional Documents
Check Your Application Status

Tuition Fee

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International

64700 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 64700 USD per year during 60 months.
National

64700 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 64700 USD per year during 60 months.
In-State

64700 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 64700 USD per year during 60 months.

Living costs for Washington, D. C.

1705 - 2975 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Political Science (Public Policy Focus).

Available Scholarships

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