Political Science Degree

The political science program at Carroll 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 Montana colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Carroll College

Also known as Carroll Montana

240 West Idaho, Kalispell, MT

Carroll College is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Helena, Montana, in a predominantly rural area. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled per year at Carroll Montana.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Carroll Montana offers:

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Students may take either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score within the range of 1490 - 1810 on the SAT, or 22 - 27 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. 72% of students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 30% choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at carroll.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $28,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their costs. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $4,500. Some students at Carroll College may qualify for financial aid, which is generally provided as grants or student loans.

The Carroll Montana Saints participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs offered include:

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

Students can visit the Carroll Montana website to get a complete list of programs offered, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

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

Students by Gender (2019)

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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).