Political Science (B.S.)
Are you interested in how laws are made and the structures of governments across the world? How public policy is formulated, and the impact of policy on the social and economic status of the populace? Consider getting a political science degree.
Political science training also provides valuable preparation for participating in community organizations, electoral politics, movements on behalf of specific policies, or even seeking elected or appointed positions in government.
The Bachelor of Science with a major in political science provides a solid academic foundation by examining the formal institutions of governments around the world. The diverse curriculum allows students to select from a slate of American and international courses based on their interests while preparing for a wide range of careers or advanced degrees.
Students who choose to earn this degree in political science can count up to nine (9) credit hours of internship coursework towards their degree. A minor concentration is required for this degree program. While study at a non-American university is not required for this major, participation in a study abroad program is highly encouraged.
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Careers in Political Science
Career opportunities with a degree in political science are extremely varied. It is this flexibility that makes the degree so practical. Political science majors qualify for many different careers in business, the law, state, local, and federal government, journalism, international organizations, finance, political campaigns, interest groups and associations, and pre-college and college teaching.
Where Can This Program Lead You?
Where Our Students Have Interned
- White House (Office of the VP)
- Georgia General Assembly
- US House of Representatives
Where Our Students Found Jobs
- Center for Advancing the American Dream, Washington, DC
- Forsyth County Government, GA
- Office of Cadet Admissions, 91ÁÔÆæ
- Smith & Nephew, Houston, TX
- Field Representative for US Congressman
Where Our Students Have Gone to Grad School
- 91ÁÔÆæ
- University of Tennessee
- University of Alabama
- Emory University
- University of South Carolina
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