Political Science Degree

The political science program at Amherst College 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Amherst College (AIC)

1000 State Street, Springfield, MA

Amherst College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Amherst, MA, which is a predominantly rural area. Enrollment at Amherst College exceeds a thousand per year.

Areas of study available at Amherst College include but are not limited to:

• Social Sciences
• English Language And Literature
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• History

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 1990 - 2300 for the SAT exam and between 30 - 34 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to Amherst College. Only 13 percent of applicants are admitted to the school due to the huge number of applicants for the limited enrollment spaces available. More information regarding admissions can be found at amherst.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $47,000 annually, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs about $6,700 for the year. Students at Amherst College may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Amherst College is the "Lord Jeffs", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Available sports offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to see more about Amherst College can check out their website at http://www.amherst.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. AIC offers a bachelor's degree program in political science.

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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).