Political Science Degree

The political science program at Campbellsville 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 Kentucky colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Campbellsville University

717 Frederica St, Owensboro, KY

Campbellsville University provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Campbellsville, KY and operated as a private institution. The school's Southern Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Campbellsville University has an annual student enrollment of nearly three thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Campbellsville University offers:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Health And Clinical Professions

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1220 to 1630 for the SAT exam and between 18 to 23 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to Campbellsville University. 63% of those who apply are admitted to Campbellsville University, of which 36 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is around $23,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Campbellsville University "Tigers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Sports available:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)

Students can visit the website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

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