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Master of Arts in Political Science

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Master's degree in Political Science provides expertise in subfields such as Governance and Policy Process, World and Borderland Politics, and the Politics of Race, Gender, and Class. Students graduate with training in subfields of political science that are uniquely relevant to the Rio Grande Valley, such as World and Borderland Politics and Governance and Policy Process.

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Possible Career Options

Students who choose to pursue a Political Science degree will graduate with a broad set of in-demand skills that can be applied to professions in the public and private sectors. Graduates can apply their communication and data skills in the private sector or pursue a career in policy and politics.

Market Research Analyst

Legislator Director

Program Director

Political Consultant, Intelligence Analyst

Policy Analyst

Director of Communications

Business Analyst

Government Affairs Specialist

Government Affairs Director

Public Affairs Specialist

Director of Public Affairs

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Cost of Attendance

As a first-generation college student, UTRGV provided me with the support I need. UTRGV has helped move Pa’lante; it has shown me a promise that no matter who I am or where we are from, together, we can go forward.

Stephanie Picazo, UTRGV Graduate Student

UTRGV GRADUATE SELECT SCHOLARSHIP

Get up to $1,000 for your graduate education with the UTRGV Graduate Select Scholarship.

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