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Master of Arts in Political Science

College of Liberal Arts

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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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Completing a thesis helped me develop and refine my writing ability significantly. I've also been able to apply what I studied in practical ways in my current role, especially when coordinating with local government on events.

Joel Corte, Master of Arts in Political Science

UTRGV GRADUATE SELECT SCHOLARSHIP

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

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