B.A. POLITICAL SCIENCE | 100% ONLINE
Make Sense of Politics. Then Make a Difference.
Politics shapes nearly every aspect of public life, from the policies that affect your community to the global forces that reshape economies and societies. MSU Denver’s online B.A. in Political Science gives you the analytical tools to understand how decisions get made, and how to influence them.
Courses are taught by award-winning political science faculty in small online classes that keep real-world politics at the center of your studies. Some courses offer evening options, making it easier to balance your education with work and family commitments.
Study American politics, public policy, political theory, and international relations, then choose to specialize in either U.S. politics or international and comparative politics.
Build research, writing, and advocacy skills that translate directly into careers in government, law, nonprofits, political campaigns, journalism, and public service.
Smaller class sizes enable stronger engagement with your coursework, classmates, and instructors.
MSU Denver’s Career Connected Campus designation means your education is designed around real careers, and we have robust resources to help you pursue them.
Colorado residents pay as little as $315/credit, and online students may qualify for up to $1,000/semester in scholarships.
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Program at a Glance
$315
The minimum cost per credit for qualified Colorado residents, made possible by the Colorado Opportunity Fund (COF).
100% Online
Take classes without interrupting your life. No campus visits required.
$2,428
The average annual out-of-pocket cost for in-state MSU Denver undergraduates.
Save $1,000/Semester
Exclusive scholarships are available for online students with no additional application.
Same Degree, No Asterisk
Your degree says MSU Denver; there is no separate ‘Online’ designation.
Simple Credit Transfer
As one of the top transfer institutions in CO, MSU Denver accepts more transfer credits than most.
Why Colorado Students Choose MSU Denver Online
MSU Denver’s online degrees are built for students like you: traditional undergrads, working adults, first-generation learners, and transfer students who need a degree that works around real life.
Accreditation & Recognition
Great things happen at MSU Denver.
Designated Career Connected Campus
Colorado Department of Higher Education
2023 Fulbright HSI Leader Designation
U.S. Department of State
A Top Transfer Institution in CO
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Higher Education Excellence and Distinction Award
Insight Into Academia
#3 Most Innovative University in CO (2021)
U.S. News & World Report
Best for Vets Honoree
MilitaryTimes
MSU Denver By the Numbers
Our accessible, career-connected learning means students gain real-world experience and graduate prepared to thrive in Colorado’s workforce.
91%
Graduates employed or in graduate school within six months of graduating
57%
Undergraduate students who are the first in their family to attend college
87%
Undergraduate students who work full- or part-time while completing their degree
59%
Students receiving scholarships and grants totaling more than $97 million
31%
Students who pay no tuition thanks to scholarships and grants
45%
Students who graduate debt free
Where This Degree Can Take You
A Political Science B.A. from MSU Denver prepares you for roles where understanding power, policy, and people is the job. Graduates move into careers in government and public service, advocacy and nonprofit work, campaign strategy, legal and pre-law professions, journalism, and global relations. The research, writing, and critical thinking skills you build here are valued across sectors and provide a strong foundation for graduate study in law, public policy, or public administration.*
Local Market Snapshot
Denver – Aurora – Lakewood, CO
$77,440
Legislators
$68,690
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists
$92,070
Public Relations Specialists
*Career and salary data are for general information only and do not guarantee any specific job or salary outcome.
Achievable Career Paths
Policy analyst · Legislative aide · Campaign or communications coordinator · Nonprofit advocacy specialist · Government relations associate · Journalist or political correspondent · Community organizer · Graduate study in law, public policy, or public administration
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Request more information, and an enrollment specialist will reach out to walk you through costs, transfer credit, and what starting the program could look like for your schedule.
