Master of Arts in Political Science
Thank you for your interest in the Master of Arts Program in Political Science at Appalachian State University. Our program is designed to prepare students for careers in a variety of government, educational, and private settings, and for further graduate work at the doctoral level. Students in our program may choose from one of two concentrations: American Government or International Relations/Comparative Politics. Our enrollment over the last 10 years has fluctuated between 15-20 students. With a student/faculty ratio of 2 to 1, we are able to provide our students with the individual attention they expect and deserve. While we have two basic curriculums, the interests and aspirations of our students are quite diverse and therefore we allow each student, in consulation with the Program Director, to develop a program of study which meets his or her unique interests and aspirations.
Over the last few years, many of our graduates have continued their graduate studies by moving onto doctoral programs and/or law school while others have chosen to teach at community colleges and/or secondary schools. Finally, a handful of our graduates have used the skills and knowledge attained in our program to pursue careers in government, non-profit organizations, and the private sector.
We encourage any individual interested in our program to schedule an on campus meeting to see our campus and meet with some of our faculty and students to discuss how our program fits their academic interests and aspiratins.
Regards,
Phillip J. Ardoin
M.A. Director
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phillip J. Ardoin
M.A. Director
Department of Political Science
2059 Old Library Classroom Bldg
Boone, NC 28607
Office: 828-262-7187
Mobile: 828-406-1624
E-mail: ardoinpj@appstate.edu
