Political Science Degree

The political science program at CUNY Graduate School and University Center prepares students for careers in federal, state, and local governments, as well as law, business, international organizations, nonprofit associations, campaign management and polling, journalism, electoral politics, and more. The program focuses the systematic study of political institutions and behavior. Program courses include: political philosophy, political theory, comparative government and politics, political parties and interest groups, public opinion, political research methods, studies of political institutions and processes. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer political science degrees.

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CUNY Graduate School and University Center

Also known as The Graduate Center

160 Convent Ave, New York, NY

CUNY Graduate School and University Center, a public graduate institution, is located in New York, New York. Enrollment at this school is nearly six thousand students annually. CUNY Graduate School and University Center is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education to offer degree awards in a number of programs.

This school also offers undergraduate programs as well, with an average tuition for these programs approximately $5,600 yearly. Out of state and nonresidents of New York will have to pay a higher tuition rate of around $13,000 per year. Yearly tuition costs for graduate students is estimated to be close to $7,700. For out of state residents the tuition rate will be different, estimated to be around $21,000 per year.

Areas of study offered at The Graduate Center include:

• Liberal Arts
• Communications
• Journalism
• Commerce

Students may visit the school's website to view additional information regarding enrollment and financial aid.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. The Graduate Center has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Political Scientists

Description

Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decision-making, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, political scientists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.3% from 2014 to 2024

Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in political science, international affairs, and international relations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).