Combined Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Master of Arts in International and Comparative Politics

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• Why Choose Political Science and International and Comparative Politics?
• Careers
• Academics and Curriculum
• Admission

Why Choose Political Science and International and Comparative Politics?

Do you dream of playing a part in the political and governmental systems that help shape our societies? Are you looking for an advanced education option that lets you earn a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in a single program? The combined B.A. in Political Science M.A. in International and Comparative Politics program is a time-and-money-saving option that can help you achieve your education goals more efficiently and at less cost.

The PS program will teach you about the nature of governments, including their structures, their powers and responsibilities, and how they influence and are influenced by their citizens. You will learn critical-thinking skills and other tools to analyze problems relevant to politics, geography, the public sector, and the nonprofit sector. Learn more on the Bachelor of Arts in Political Science page.

The ICP program can help prepare you for a career in the global, political arena. It provides a pathway to a leadership career in multicultural or international organizations, government agencies, and the nonprofit sector. Study areas like global politics, government, economics, and societal infrastructure, with opportunities to study abroad. The program can help you develop the core values necessary for success in the field of international civil service. Learn more on the Master of Arts in International and Comparative Politics page.
 

Careers

This combination of degrees is perfect for leadership roles in government, public service, and the political sphere, such as:

• Government administration—township, city, county, state, federal
• Nonprofit organizations
   

Academics and Curriculum

The combined B.A./M.A. degree program allows you to earn a B.A. in Political Science and an M.A. in International and Comparative Politics sooner, with up to nine (9) semester credit hours of graduate electives at the 6000 level (in political science) or 5000-6000 level (outside political science) able to be double-counted and applied to both the B.A. and M.A. degree requirements.

View the Combined Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Master of Arts in International and Comparative Politics program information, degree requirements, and graduation planning strategy in the Academic Catalog. 
 

Admission

To participate in the combined-degree program, you must meet the following qualifications:

• Senior standing for the semester you start the combined-degree program
• 3.0 or better cumulative grade point average on all undergraduate work
• Undergraduate advisor’s approval, and
• 3A recommendation from the Political Science advisor

At the end of your junior year, you can submit an application to the Graduate School for entry into the combined-degree program. Additionally, required documents include: (1) a Wright State transcript; (2) a program of study approved by both the Political Science undergraduate advisor and ICP program director.