Certificate Programs

Graduate certificates are an option for individuals who do not need a master's degree but want to concentrate in an area of political science or public administration. The Political Science department offers a graduate certificate in Political Science and Public Administration.

Application Information

Students applying for a Certificate in American Politics or a Certificate in International Relations and Comparative Politics should submit, along with their application:

Two official undergraduate transcripts
Three letters of recommendation
Two page statement explaining their reasons for applying
Either scores from the Graduate Record Examination General Test or evidence of previous graduate level course work

M.A. Program Certificates

American Politics
International Relations and Comparative Politics

M.P.A. Program Certificates

Public Administration
City Management