Faculty
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Mark Abdollahian
Full Clinical Professor
Research Interests
Strategic Decision Making, International Political Economy, Sustainable Development
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Carlos Algara
Mary Toepelt Nicolai and George S. Blair Assistant Professor
Research Interests
American politics, the United States Congress, ideological representation, electoral politics, elite institutions
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Heather E. Campbell
Thornton F. Bradshaw Professor of Public Policy
Director, Division of Politics & EconomicsResearch Interests
Public Policy, Urban Environmental Policy, Environmental Justice
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Yi Feng
Luther Lee Jr. Memorial Chair Professor
Research Interests
International Political Economy, International Relations, Political Economy of China and Latin America, Quantitative Methodology
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Jacek Kugler
Elisabeth Helm Rosecrans Professor of International Relations
Research Interests
Causes and Consequences of War, Political Performance, Power Transition
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Tanu Kumar
Assistant Professor
Research Interests
Development, political behavior, urban politics, digital technology
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Tyler Reny
Assistant Professor
Research Interests
American Politics, Racial and Ethnic Politics, Political Behavior, Public Opinion, Political Psychology, Data Visualization
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Javier Rodríguez
Associate Professor
Field Chair for PolicyResearch Interests
Public & Health Policy, Social Inequality, Quantitative Methods for Social Science Research
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Melissa Rogers
Associate Professor, Politics & Policy
Co-Director, Inequality and Policy Research Center
Field Chair, Comparative Politics
Field Chair, American PoliticsResearch Interests
Comparative Politics, Political Economy, Economic Inequality
Curriculum
Core Course Requirement (16 units)
Data Analytics & Visualization (4 units)Strategic Modeling for Politics, Economics, & Business Decisions (4 units)Visualizing Data (4 units)
Computational Tools for Social Science (4 units)
Research Tools (12 units)
Introduction to Statistical Analysis (4 units)
Advanced Quantitative Research Methods (4 units)
Applied Data Analysis (4 units)
Electives (8 units)
Choose one of the following tracks:
Computational Analytics (8 units from the following)
- Game Theory & Asymmetric Information (4 units)
- Computational & Agent-Based Modeling (4 units)
- Dynamic Modeling (4 units)
- Seminar in Social Network Analysis (4 units)
- Analysis of Social Networks (4 units)
International Political Economy (8 units from the following)
- International Political Economy (4 units) And
- Political Economy of International Development (4 units) OR
- Seminar in World Politics: Political Demography & Development ( 4 units) OR
- Special Seminar in Social Demography (4 units)
- Political Economy of China (4 units)
- Economic Development: Household and Local Development Issues (4 units)
Security (8 units from the following)
- World Politics (4 units)
- Perspectives in Conflict & Peace (4 units)
- Seminar in Civil War (4 units)
- Deterrence & Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (4 units)
Health (8 units from the following)
- Theoretical Foundations in Health Promotion & Education (4 units)
- Epidemiology (4 units)
- US Health Policy (4 units)
- Seminar in World Politics: Political Demography & Development (4 units)
Application Guidelines
| University Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | $80 (fee is non-refundable) |
| Official Transcripts | Undergraduate/graduate |
| English Proficiency Exam | Required (international applicants only) |
| Resume | Applicants must submit an up-to-date copy of their resume. |
| Program Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Statement of Purpose | Please submit a 2-3 page statement of purpose that details your academic and/or professional achievements, your specific areas of research interest within your desired field of study, why you are a strong candidate for graduate studies at CGU, and your career goals. |
| Letter of Recommendation | 2 letters required |
| Standardized Test Scores | GRE (optional) |
Key Dates & Deadlines
CGU operates on a priority deadline cycle. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit complete applications by the priority dates in order to assure maximum consideration for both admission and fellowships.
Once the priority deadlines have passed, the University will continue to review applications for qualified candidates on a competitive, space-available basis. The final deadlines listed are the last date the University can accept an application in order to allow sufficient time to complete the admissions, financial aid, and other enrollment processes.
Spring 2025
Priority Deadline – November 1, 2024
Final Deadline (International) – November 15, 2024
Final Deadline (Domestic) – December 1, 2024
Classes begin – January 21, 2025
Summer 2025
Priority Deadline – February 1, 2025
Final Deadline (International) – March 1, 2025
Final Deadline (Domestic) – April 1, 2025
Classes begin – May 19, 2025
Fall 2025
Priority Deadline – February 1, 2025
Final Deadline (International) – July 5, 2025
Final Deadline (Domestic) – August 1, 2025
Classes begin – August 25, 2025
Cost & Aid
ESTIMATED TUITION (CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS, NON-RESIDENTS, INTERNATIONAL)
| Program | 36 units |
| Tuition per unit* | $2,070 |
*Based on 2025-2026 tuition rates.
STUDENT FEES (PER SEMESTER)
| $245 Student Fee |
| $150 Technology Fee |
| International Student Services Fee**: $768 fall semester, $851 spring semester **Applies to all international students (F-1 visa only) who are registered in coursework, doctoral study, or continuous registration. The fee is assessed each fall and spring semester for annual ISO accident and sickness plans and administrative fees. Subject to changes. |
For estimates of room & board, books, etc., please download CGU’s Cost of Attendance 2025-2026.