Political Science Degree

The political science program at Barry University 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 Florida colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Barry University (BCF)

5400 College Dr, Graceville, FL

Barry University is a nonprofit private institution located in Miami, Florida and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Barry University is nearly 9,000 per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Public Administration And Social Services

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Barry University. A score between 1238 - 1470 on the SAT, or 17 - 21 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. This school accepts about 60% of applicants yearly. Of those accepted, nearly 16% enrolled.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is around $31,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Barry University offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Rowing (NCAA Division II)

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.barry.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Barry University 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).