Suffolk University

What you'll study

Coursework covers party politics, electoral and advocacy campaigns, public policy and voting, alongside skill-building in data and policy analysis and policy writing. Students take a set of core courses (15 credits), choose electives (12 credits) and complete a graduate internship (3 credits). Practical components include the “Ready, Set, Run” campaign management course and hands-on polling work through the Suffolk University Political Research Center (SUPRC).

Entry requirements

The programme page does not list specific admission criteria. Prospective applicants should consult Suffolk’s Graduate Admission office for detailed application requirements and advising.

Career prospects

Graduates move into a range of practitioner roles across local, state, federal and international settings. Recent alumni job titles and employers reported by the programme include campaign manager (Boston City Council), program assistant (City of Boston), campaigns and fellowship manager (Environmental League of Massachusetts), corporate paralegal, treasurer and fundraising coordinator (Greater Boston Young Democrats), youth engagement specialist, charitable gaming investigator (Massachusetts State Lottery Commission), public affairs officer (U.S. Department of Health & Human Services), legal assistant intern (UNHCR) and positions in consultancy, lobbying, and elected offices.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The programme points students to Graduate Student Services and the Center for Career Equity, Development & Success for support with financial aid counseling and professional development. Students also gain résumé-building experiences through internships, SUPRC polling projects and partner programmes such as The Washington Center, which can improve employment outcomes and networking opportunities.