Social SciencesAmerican University Washington DC

34 Master's degrees offered by the university

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Terrorism and Homeland Security Policy

The Terrorism and Homeland Security Policy program at American University Washington DC will train you to tackle the problems of terrorism and other threats that endanger the security of the United States.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$34,320/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Gender, International and Comparative Law

The only program of its kind, the Gender, International and Comparative Law from American University Washington DC equips its LL.M. graduates with the legal and policy skills needed to address challenges facing women and LGBTQ people worldwide.

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$66,990/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Online Top 4% in Worldwide

International Relations

This International Relations MA degree from American University Washington DC can be completed in 12–24 months. The online master’s degree in International Relations from American University Washington DC’s School of International Service help students build skills to drive change worldwide—whether their work is in international affairs, policy development, or socially responsible business.

M.A. Part-time Online

2 years$40,284/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Intercultural and International Communication

The Intercultural and International Communication program at American University Washington DC has a dual focus on culture and communication examines the geopolitical, technological, economic, and cultural relations among peoples, societies, nations, and communities.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$40,560/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

International Affairs - United States Foreign Policy and National Security

The International Affairs - United States Foreign Policy and National Security program at American University Washington DC will prepare you to be an effective international affairs practitioner.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$40,560/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

International Affairs Policy and Analysis

The International Affairs Policy and Analysis degree at American University Washington DC blends the analytical rigor of traditional international affairs with a consolidated set of hard policy and management skills.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$74,880/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

International Affairs - Natural Resources and Sustainable Development

The International Affairs - Natural Resources and Sustainable Development program at American University Washington DC builds on your passion for social justice and ecological sustainability.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$40,560/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Economics

With the Economics program at American University Washington DC, you will work to resolve society’s most important challenges.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$31,200/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Online Top 4% in Worldwide

Education Policy and Leadership (Online)

The Education Policy and Leadership (Online) degree at American University Washington DC can empower you to change the course of American education through innovative, evidence-based, and antiracist programs and policies.

M.Ed. Part-time Online

2 years$31,200/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Political Science

The Political Science degree at American University Washington DC prepares you to compete and lead in the political arena—on Capitol Hill, in political campaigns, and in non-profits, think tanks, or consulting firms. You’ll build your expertise in campaign management, public affairs advocacy, and analysis of the political process.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$34,320/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Psychology

The Psychology degree at American University Washington DC will prepare you for a career in research, a career in an applied field or to enter a doctoral program in Psychology or a related field.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$68,640/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Justice, Law and Criminology

The Justice, Law and Criminology degree at American University Washington DC encourages you to examine the theories behind foundational institutions of justice and the rule of law. You will focus on the practical, academic, and strategic areas of law, criminology, criminal justice, and security.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$34,320/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Political Communication

Whether you want to be a communications director on a political campaign, a media consultant devising national grassroots outreach, or a leading public affairs strategist guiding your client through a crisis, the Political Communication program at American University Washington DC is for you.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$37,440/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Online Top 4% in Worldwide

Economics - Applied Economics (Online)

The Economics - Applied Economics (Online) program at American University Washington DC provides a policy-oriented curriculum with hands-on statistical guidance. This graduate program is influenced by its location in the nation’s capital, connecting you with the people and organizations impacting the global economy today.

M.A. Part-time Online

1 year, 8 months$37,440/yr