Political Science Degree

The political science program at College of Saint Benedict 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 Minnesota colleges that offer political science degrees.

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College of Saint Benedict

Also known as Saint Benedict

851 30th Ave SE, Rochester, MN

College of Saint Benedict 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 Saint Joseph, Minnesota, which is a predominantly suburban area. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Over two thousand students enroll at College of Saint Benedict yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs College of Saint Benedict offers:

• English Language And Literature
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Interdisciplinary Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The most common scores among applicants accepted to College of Saint Benedict are between 23 to 28 for the ACT exam, or 1535 to 1930 on the SAT exam. This school has an acceptance rate of around 73 percent of which only 36 percent decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found at csbsju.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $38,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $4,700. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Saint Benedict is the "Blazers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA.

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.csbsju.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

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