Overview

Key features

The Political Science degree program at Western Connecticut State University provides students with a holistic understanding and critical appreciation of the cultural, political, social and economic elements of society. The department curriculum presents a broad-based foundation in the social sciences while offering a rich and diverse range of degree programs and options.

Objectives

To accomplish this mission, the Department of Social Department:

Emphasizes on social research methodology and analytical skills.
Provide a personalized learning environment for students through faculty mentored undergraduate research opportunities and cooperative education research.
Prepares students for graduate education in the social sciences and allied fields.
Assist students in discerning appropriate careers through advising.
Foster the growth and development of faculty through research, attendance at professional meetings, developing and directing public forums and discipline-related training workshops, and publication and presentation of scholarly work.
Fosters the growth and development of faculty and their students through supporting research, attendance at professional meetings, and presentation and publication of scholarly work.
Collaborates with media-industry professionals in the tri-state area to support professional growth of faculty as well as internship opportunities for students.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

American Government

World Governments

International Relations

Political Theory

Researching Social Issues
Quantitative Research Methods in the Social Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Nationals - Admissions on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Danbury, 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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General requirements

1. Online application

2. Medical forms

3. Personal Essay explaining your reasons for seeking admission OR on a topic of your choice

3. Two (2) letters of recommendation from teachers or employers – OPTIONAL

4. Official Test Scores.

5. High School and University Diplomas and Transcripts with Foreign Credit Evaluation

6. $50 Non-Refundable Application Fee

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16901 USD / year

≈ 16901 USD / year
Out-of-State

16901 USD / year

≈ 16901 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13401 USD / year

≈ 13401 USD / year

Living costs

Danbury

United States

1100 - 1600 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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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

Danbury

Funding

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