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JD/Master in Applied Politics (Joint Degree Program)

This joint degree, which is only the second of its kind in the country, is a collaboration of the University’s nationally recognized School of Law, Bliss Institute of Applied Politics and the Department of Political Science. It combines the Juris Doctor and the Master of Applied Politics degrees allowing students to complete requirements with 18 fewer credits than if they took the programs consecutively.


Admission Requirements

Students must be admitted to both the School of Law and the master's degree program in Applied Politics in order to participate in the joint degree program.

Requirements for admission to the master's degree program in Applied Politics:

  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose

Applicants should contact the School of Law for those specific admission requirements.

 

 

Application Deadline

  • March 1 for Fall enrollment
  • December 1 for Spring enrollment

Assistantship/Scholarship Information

Not all departments offer graduate assistantships. Students should inquire with the department directly to determine assistantship availability.

Financial Aid Information

Paying for college is a vital part of the education process. It is important to be informed of the many sources of aid available. Student loans are available to degree-seeking graduate students. Information on student loans can be found through the . The Office of Student Financial Aid is located in Simmons Hall.

Tuition and Fees

Current tuition and fees schedules can be found through the .


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