2026-2027 Academic DRAFT Catalog 
    
    Dec 05, 2025  
2026-2027 Academic DRAFT Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Combined Political Science, BA & Public Administration, MPA (GPS)


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A Graduation Planning Strategy (GPS) is an academic tool showing one example of how a program can be completed in a certain amount of time. All Wright State undergraduate majors can be completed in four years with careful planning. Some programs may require summer coursework.  Combined programs (bachelor’s + master’s programs) can be completed in five to six years. Time to degree is dependent on many factors including student placement in mathematics and writing courses, CCP and AP coursework, transfer coursework, and other variables. 

This GPS is valid for this year’s Academic Catalog only and is subject to change. This GPS is a recommendation only and your actual program may vary. Students should consult with their academic advisor on a regular basis and create a personalized plan to degree completion. 

Courses Taken Prior to Matriculation


Total: 12 Credit Hours


Fall One


Total: 15 Credit Hours


Spring One


Total: 15 Credit Hours


Total: 9 Credit Hours


Fall Two


Total: 16 Credit Hours


Spring Two


Total: 14 Credit Hours


Summer Two


  • PLS Course - Area 3 Course Credit Hour(s): 3
  • PLS Course - Major Elective Credit Hour(s): 3
  • General Elective Choice Credit Hour(s): 3

Total: 9 Credit Hours


Fall Three


Total: 15 Credit Hours


Spring Three


  • PLS Course - Major Elective Credit Hour(s): 3
  • PLS Course - Major Elective Credit Hour(s): 3
  • PLS Course - Major Elective Credit Hour(s): 3
  • Approved Graduate MPA Course Credit Hour(s): 3
  • Approved Graduate MPA Course Credit Hour(s): 3

Total: 15 Credit Hours


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