Political Science
Masters degree work may follow either of two options: 24 hours of coursework plus a thesis or 36 hours of coursework without a thesis. M.A. students are required to take POLS 5381 , POLS 5382 , and POLS 5383 .
Political Science, M.A. at Texas Tech University
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Political Science, M.A. at Texas Tech University
The Political Science, M.A. at Texas Tech University is a Master program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Lubbock , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on July 5, 2027.
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for Political Science, M.A. at Texas Tech University
Entry Requirements
Graduation requirements include a minimum cumulative Texas Tech University GPA of 2.0 for all courses, including repeated courses, attempted in the degree program in which students seek graduation. To obtain a degree granted by the university, at least 25 percent of the total semester credit hours must be earned through instruction offered by Texas Tech University. Students in their semester of graduation must be enrolled in a minimum of one credit-bearing semester hour.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 60
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
English Program Requirements
- Applicant attended four (4) consecutive long semesters of credit-bearing/non-development/non-ESL courses at an accredited post-secondary school in the U.S.
- Attended two (2) consecutive years of high school in the United States.
- Attended two (2) consecutive years of high school with U.S. accreditation or within an English proficiency exempt country
- Applicants from the below English Proficiency exempt countries (must provide proof with passport)
Tuition and Fee Information for Political Science, M.A. at Texas Tech University
How to Apply for Political Science, M.A. at Texas Tech University
- Unofficial copies of transcripts, and test scores are required for application evaluation purposes. If admitted, you will be required to submit official transcripts, diplomas/degree certificates, and test scores. Please do not send official transcripts until you have received a notice of acceptance from Texas Tech Graduate School.
- Provide Program Materials: In addition to transcripts and test scores, most Texas Tech graduate programs require supplemental materials for admission review. These materials may include (but are not limited to) items such as a statement of purpose, recommendations, writing samples, creative portfolio, etc. Supplemental materials are reviewed by the department only, not the Office of Graduate Admission. Please refer to the homepage of your intended graduate department as well as the instructions on the "Program Materials" quadrant on our online application to verify which supplemental materials are needed. You may also find the required material here.
- While you will be able to add to certain segments on the application (e.g. test scores) post submission, you will not be able to make revisions once the application has been submitted.
- Submitting incorrect information on your application or failing to include important details can delay the admissions process.
Political Science, M.A. at Texas Tech University
Texas Tech University
United States of America, Lubbock