Study Political Science in North America

Political Science in North America by degree level

Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.

Specialisations within political science

Universities for political science in North America

• The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (16)
• University of Georgia, Athens (14)
• Utah Valley University (12)
• University of California, San Diego (12)
• University of Colorado, Denver (11)
• University of California, Riverside (10)
• University of Arizona (9)
• Liberty University (9)
• Penn State University (9)
• Louisiana State University (8)

Study Political Science in North America: common questions

How many political science programmes are there in North America?

748 political science programmes at 293 universities in North America are open to international students, as of August 28, 2026.

How much does a political science degree in North America cost?

The median yearly tuition for bachelor's programmes in political science in North America is 30,368 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 21,559 USD and 42,738 USD per year.

Can I study political science in North America in English?

Yes — 100% of the political science programmes in North America in our catalogue are taught in English (748 of 748).

Are any of these political science programmes available online?

56 of the 748 programmes in North America are delivered online or by distance learning.

Which degree level is cheapest for political science in North America?

Master's programmes, at a median of 28,743 USD per year, against 30,368 USD for bachelor's programmes.