Graduate Program
Master of Arts in Political Science
The Department of Political Science at the University of Texas at Tyler offers a 36-hour graduate program leading to a Master of Arts degree.
The Master of Arts degree in political science focuses instruction on four areas: American politics, political theory, comparative politics, and international relations. This course of study is designed to 1) prepare students for matriculation to doctoral programs in political science; 2) train degree recipients for teaching responsibilities at the junior college level; and/or 3) provide professional competencies for private and public sector employment.





