Degrees & Majors

The Master of Interdisciplinary Studies program in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) prepares students for a range of careers in government, public service, entrepreneurship and the corporate world.

Georgia State's program helps students become familiar with, and capable of contributing to, ongoing debates about the nature of good political and economic institutions, as well as the policies and practices best suited for creating and sustaining them. Students develop the intellectual skills of the social scientist who seeks to understand how social, political and economic institutions operate and are interrelated, and the moral philosopher who seeks to critically evaluate these institutions and the social world more generally, in relation to how they ought to operate.

Historically, philosophy, political science and economics were deeply connected.  The intellectual father of modern economics, Adam Smith, was a philosopher concerned with moral and political philosophy.  PPE, as a contemporary academic field of study, began at Oxford University in 1920 and has spread across the English-speaking world.

Physics is the cornerstone of understanding how things work at the most fundamental level. In the Physics, M.S. program at Georgia State University, students delve into the building blocks and mechanics of our reality, from the smallest particles to the vastness of space. Physics majors learn how to apply these fundamental principles to a wide array of phenomena and processes.

Enrolling in our physics program means not just learning about the universe but also developing crucial skills such as critical and analytical thinking, advanced problem-solving and proficiency in mathematical and computational tools. These skills are indispensable in both scientific research and real-world applications.

Students pursuing a master's degree in physics can enroll in the standard program, a concentration in astronomy, or a non-thesis option.

The certificate program in Planning and Economic Development provides a credential for students preparing for careers in the public, private or nonprofit sectors that require familiarity with planning and economic development concepts and methods. This certificate is not intended as a substitute for a professional degree in planning, but as an opportunity to supplement another graduate degree.

The Georgia State University Department of Political Science offers a B.A./M.A. program that allows students to save time and tuition money by earning both degrees in as little as five years.

This dual degree opportunity enables qualified students to enroll in graduate courses late in their undergraduate program and apply the coursework toward both the bachelor’s and master’s programs.

Political science is the study of “who gets what, when and how” in the distribution of goods and values in society and in groups. Political scientists study the forces that determine such distributions, including political parties and voters, public opinion, interest groups, bureaucracies and administrative behavior, public law, international relations, international law and organizations, national security, intergovernmental relations, political behavior, political philosophy, comparative politics, public policy and conflict.

At the undergraduate level, students may specialize in any of the five fields of the discipline:

• American politics and government
• Comparative politics
• International politics
• Political theory, or
• Public policy and administration

At the graduate level, students can choose from four concentrations:

• General Political Science
• American Politics
• International and Comparative Politics
• Public Law

The Political Science Department at Georgia State offers an M.A. concentration in Political Science for Educators which can be completed fully online, fully in-person, or as a mix of the two.

• Offered entirely online for elementary, middle and high school social studies teachers.

• Degree can be completed during six seven-week minimesters, extending just 15 months with the majority of the work in the summers.

• Exposes K-12 educators to cutting-edge research in political science.

• Provides educators with the tools to engage their students in evidence-based conversations about democracy, citizenship and public policy.

• All courses are taught by full-time faculty and emphasize interaction among students and professors.

This program is geared towards current teachers who want to advance in their profession rather than to pursue a doctorate. Also, it may be of interest to students contemplating a career in teaching or to current or former teachers seeking the qualifications to be an adjunct at the university level.

Taking the Next Steps

After completing the degree, current Georgia teachers working in districts using the traditional pay scale may be eligible to upgrade their certification status and receive a raise (see the Georgia Professional Standards Commission for more details). The degree also may help lead to an Advanced Professional Certificate. Teachers from other states also may be eligible for an upgrade after completing the degree and should check the professional standards in your home state.

The Georgia State University M.F.A. in Studio with a concentration in Printmaking supports artists who explore unique approaches to the creative endeavor and who transcend boundaries. We are interested in applicants searching for new insights into our culture and time. The faculty encourages innovative and original ideas.

The curriculum of the Printmaking program ensures a comprehensive exposure to an array of perspectives as represented by the various approaches to media, content, imagery and teaching styles of our faculty. Students are encouraged to explore the continuing traditions of drawing and painting as well as printmaking and to work in pursuit of new forms and with contemporary issues. While students work in the drawing, painting and printmaking combined seminar for a majority of their studio credit hours, they are highly encouraged to move among media with other studio areas within the School of Art & Design.

The Printmaking program integrates a number of traditional and alternative printmaking techniques, including etching, lithography, screen-printing, monoprinting, photo-transfer processes, block printing, book arts, papermaking and computer-based imaging. The print shop, book and paper-making facilities are frequented by photo, graphic design, textile and drawing and painting majors as well as printmaking majors, creating a lively atmosphere and interchange between disciplines.

Robinson’s Master of Professional Accountancy will prepare you to become a CPA, whether or not you possess accounting experience. The flexible program is designed for students with an undergraduate accounting degree (or equivalent), allowing them to complete courses at their own pace.

Application Process

• Online application and $50 application fee
• Video interview
• A GMAT or GRE score is not required.
• College transcripts
• Personal statement
• Resume – work experience preferred but not required
• Additional requirements apply for international applicants

Learn more about the application process and what you will need to apply.

Tuition per credit hour
Georgia residents: $511
Non-Georgia residents: $1,373
Out-of-Country residents: $1,400

Tuition is subject to change. Learn more under the tuition tab below.

The Georgia State Master of Public Administration (MPA) is the degree of choice for individuals with an interest in public affairs and professional management in the public and nonprofit sectors. Whether you’re seeking a first job in government or with a nonprofit organization, or are interested in advancing in an existing career, Georgia State's MPA program provides the skills and knowledge government and nonprofit agencies seek. Join us as we explore new ideas and perspectives on public and nonprofit administration, policy and governance in the 21st century.

Our MPA program is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA). Read the NASPAA Code of Good Practice. The college is also a member of the Association for Public Policy Analysis & Management. Recent national studies have ranked our overall public affairs curriculum among the top 21 programs nationwide, and among the top 10 for public finance and budgeting, urban policy, nonprofit management and local government management. Our Department of Public Management and Policy provides access to a community of research and teaching scholars with national and international reputations for their expertise and contributions to knowledge and practice across a broad range of administrative processes and policy concerns.

For answers to frequently asked questions about the MPP program (and its sibling MPA program), check here.

The School of Public Health at Georgia State University offers the accelerated 4+1 Bachelor of Science/Master of Public Health program to eligible undergraduate students. The program is rigorous, demanding and designed to provide high-achieving students the opportunity to earn up to 16 graduate credits while completing their Bachelor of Science in Public Health degree.

Learn more about the cost of a degree, or use Georgia State’s Cost Calculator to get an idea of the investment required for your path of study. For information on how to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and to determine eligibility, visit the FAFSA tips page.

Georgia State is dedicated to making our programs affordable and accessible to all prospective students because we value the investment each student makes in their education. We understand that the path to a student's future shouldn’t be blocked due to finances and we pride ourselves on offering financial assistance and scholarships that can support students through their education.