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Political Science Online Degrees

Gain the skills necessary to build your career within the local, national, or international political arenas. In American Military University's (AMU) Political Science programs, you will analyze the fundamental theories and philosophies of government, economy, and civil society; and apply them to contemporary political systems. You will compare and contrast complex political issues and events within the context of the diverse political systems around the world.

Graduates are prepared to enter positions within the government at the federal, state, and local levels or within the private sector as government relations specialists, public policy mangers, and contractors. This program is also excellent preparation for graduates who may wish to continue their studies in law school.

Our programs give you the knowledge to start or advance your career in political science. Take the next step and complete a no-fee application.

We want you to make an informed decision about the university that's right for you. For more about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, visit www.apus.edu/disclosure.

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  • Why Choose AMU?

    Academic Quality meets Affordable Tuition

    American Military University (AMU) provides quality and affordable online education to U.S. Armed Forces, members of the public safety, service and national security communities, and working adults in a wide range of fields. AMU closely partners with industry organizations and is highly respected by public service, intelligence, homeland security and criminal justice communities for developing curriculum that is relevant to today’s job market. AMU is a member of the regionally accredited American Public University System. Here’s why more than 80,000 students make us their school of choice.

    • #1 ranked provider of education to the U.S. military*
    • Admission fees are waived for active duty, guard and reserve members 
    • No application or technology fees; and textbooks are provided at no cost to all undergraduate students earning academic credit 
    • Active duty tuition assistance covers 100% of undergraduate tuition and 75% of graduate tuition for up to six courses per year**
    • Affordable tuition that is 10 percent less than the average four-year public university’s in-state rates according to the College Board’s 2009-2010 study
    • Save time and money by transferring previous education and training credits
    • Nationally recognized for quality online education and effective practices 
    • Experienced faculty; many who are executives in government and nonprofit organizations including the United Nations, State Department, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Central Intelligence Agency, National Security Agency and Federal Emergency Management Agency.
    • 96% of APU seniors say they are satisfied or very satisfied with their education
    • 97% of APU seniors say they would recommend APU to friends and colleagues

    To get started, complete our no-fee application now.

    * based upon 2009 DoD enrollment figures for U.S. servicemembers
    ** refer to your service's policy on tuition assistance eligibility


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Faculty Spotlight 

Robert W. Farkasch
Professor of Political Science
Ph.D.: York University, Toronto, Ontario

Robert W. FarkaschDr. Robert Farkasch received his doctorate in Political Science from York University, Canada, in 2001 and resides between Seattle, Washington and Vancouver, British Columbia. An honors undergraduate degree in economics, a masters degree in international affairs emphasizing international economics and recent research efforts concerning how historical and normative concerns shape conceptions of international relations and the economy have provided Dr. Farkasch with an interdisciplinary approach to ascertain contemporary globalization processes.

Currently lecturing at the University of British Columbia and the University of Washington, Bothell, he offers courses in International Political Economy, International Relations, American Foreign Policy, Ideas and Ideologies, Globalization, and Terrorism. In addition, he conducts graduate National Security seminars for the Air Staff War Command College through Maxwell Air Force Base.

Dr. Farkasch is currently involved in a number of research projects having published papers in economics, political theory and international relations while attending and presenting papers at the International Studies Association, the British Columbia Political Science Association and the Pacific Northwest Political Science Association. In 2003, Dr. Farkasch was honored with the ASUWB Teaching Award (Professor of the Year as determined by the students) at the University of Washington, Bothell.