MA International Science and Technology Policy at George Washington University

Programme overview

Scientific and technological advances provide the basis of international competitiveness and account for the bulk of national growth and the improvement of the quality of life around the world. The ability to create, adapt, and adopt new technologies defines modern societies. In today's global environment, the need for innovation is essential for solving societal problems and staying ahead of competition. Developments in information technology, space exploration, genetic modification, and advances in material science are governed and shaped by institutions that set science and technology policy.

Faculty: Elliott School of International Affairs | Department: Graduate Programs, Elliott School of International Affairs | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

See note regarding special topics courses, skills courses, and LAW courses*. Students complete a two-course capstone sequence that most closely matches the thematic area of their project. The capstone sequence includes a 2-credit capstone workshop taken before the 2-credit capstone seminar. Students must have completed at least 18 credits of coursework prior to starting the capstone sequence.

Career pathways

The 40-credit, multidisciplinary MA program includes a core field in science technology and international affairs that allows students to concentrate on areas of particular interest; an analytical competency requirement that provides career-enhancing, marketable skills in policy analysis, economic theory, or statistics; and an elective field that reflects individual interests and career goals. Rec

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Application information

Entry requirements

Fall: January 7th - Fellowship & Application Deadline Spring: October 1st - Fellowship & Application Deadline Applications for admission will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis after the fellowship deadlines have passed, but students will not be considered for fellowships. Two (2) letters are required. Applicants should submit one (1) academic letter from a professor and one (1) professional reference. Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be uploaded to yo

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Offers of admission are valid for the semester stated in the admission letter; most graduate programmes use rolling admissions, and some review applications collectively after the deadline.

Graduate applications are submitted through the Graduate Application Center with a non-refundable $80 application fee; deadlines vary by programme and school. Processing usually takes four to six weeks.

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