Political Science 4+1 Degree Programs

BA + Master's of Business Administration (MBA)

Students have the opportunity to complete both the BA in Political Science and a master's of business administration (MBA) in five years. Students should see their school advising office for questions regarding the curriculum for the undergraduate degree and the School of Management Graduate Advising Office for questions regarding the MBA program. Undergraduate credits: 126. Double count credits: 26. Graduate credits: 57.

BA + Master's of Public Administration (MPA)

Students have the opportunity to complete both the BA in Political Science and a master's of public administration (MPA) in five years. Students should see their school advising office for questions regarding the curriculum for the undergraduate degree and the Department of Public Administration Advising Office for questions regarding the MPA program. Undergraduate credits: 126. Double count credits: 20. Graduate credits: 42. Note: 18-24 double counted depending on program.


Save Time & Money

Typically, earning a master's degree takes two years. But with 黑料视频's 4+1 degree programs, you can earn your master's degree with just one extra year of classes. You'll finish both your bachelor's degree and your master's degree in a total of five years.

By choosing a 4+1 degree program, you'll save a full year of tuition dollars. Plus, you'll pay undergraduate tuition rates for your graduate classes during your fourth (senior) year.

How Does it Work?

You complete most of the coursework for your bachelor's degree in your first three years. In your fourth year, you take both bachelor's- and master's-level courses, graduate with your bachelor's degree and formally apply to the Graduate School. In your fifth year, you are admitted to the Graduate School and focus solely on graduate coursework.

Take the Binghamton experience to the next level. Plan your coursework early and apply for 4+1 degree program.

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