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MSU Denver courses are designed with your career in mind and we offer internship and job placement assistance unique to your situation.
MSU Denver courses are designed with your career in mind and we offer internship and job placement assistance unique to your situation.
Declare a fully online major and you can get up to $1000 per semester in scholarships that are not need based.
As an MSU Denver Online student, you receive all benefits of in-person students, including 24/7 tutoring and mental health support, plus dedicated Success Coaches for your online journey.
Our online political science degree is ideal for students who want a flexible, affordable way to study political polarization, institutions, and civic leadership. You’ll learn to analyze policy, understand complex social issues, and prepare for meaningful careers in a rapidly evolving political landscape.
Discover the path to a successful career with MSU Denver’s online political science degree. Our Online Poli Sci Degree offers flexibility and comprehensive coursework to help you achieve your goals in the field of political science.
If you’re curious about causes and solutions to polarization in politics then study for an online political science degree at MSU Denver where you will study America’s political system and processes, effective political action, nation-state behavior and comparative political systems and methods. Plus, you will have the chance to focus on either the politics of the United States or international/comparative politics, all while building critical perspectives, analytical proficiencies and communication skills that will help you understand and grapple with complex local, national and global affairs.
Our Political Science Degree Online curriculum covers essential topics such as political theory, international relations, and public policy. With our program, you can gain the skills needed to excel in the field with online classes for political science options.
Our Online Political Science Courses offer the following unique opportunities:
Students of our online classes for political science benefit from small classes, extensive interaction with faculty dedicated to your success and the convenience of evening course options for online synchronous courses.
Participate in a variety of special activities, including prelaw advising and an educational summer program in Washington, D.C.
Join MSU Denver student chapters of the National Political Science Honor Society (ΠΣΑ) and the Political Science Association.
Get involved in Model United Nations and a variety of events, including lectures by leading academics and practitioners from around the world.
Intern with various organizations that can serve as stepping stones to employment and jumpstart your professional career in political science.
Graduates of our Political Science Degree Online program can pursue diverse career opportunities in government, non-profit organizations, and international relations. Our program equips you with the knowledge and credentials to succeed in various roles within the political science sector.
Our online political science courses offers the flexibility to balance your education with your personal and professional life. Enjoy the convenience of studying from anywhere while receiving a top-tier education.
In-person and hybrid options for the online poli sci degree are also available.
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55% Students receive scholarships or grants |
87% Students work part or full time |
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100% Online No location-specific requirements |
120 Credit Hours Degree completion requirement |
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14:1 Average student-to-faculty ratio |
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Request InformationLow in-state tuition, reduced tuition for western states, scholarships exclusive to online majors, and flexibility to take as many or few classes as you want, all make MSU Denver the affordable online choice.
As low as $315.20 /credit*
Example: 12 credits – $4,703.36 total including tuition & fees.
*Colorado Opportunity Fund (COF) reduces per-credit costs for eligible Colorado residents.
As low as $646.80 /credit
Example: 12 credits – $7761.60 total including tuition & fees.
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) and Roadrunner Interstate Tuition (RIT) reduce nonresident costs for certain states.
Declare a fully online major and you may qualify for up to $1,000 per semester (fall/spring). No separate scholarship application is required.
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Exclusively online students save over $100 per semester in fees compared to on-campus students.
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Figures shown are example 2025–26 rates.
Most applicants are admitted, and you will usually receive your admission decision within a few days.
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You are typically eligible for admission if you have a 2.0 or higher unweighted high school GPA, are 20 or older with a high school diploma or GED, or have 24 or more transferable college credits.
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