Political Science Degree

The political science program at Davidson 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 North Carolina colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Davidson College (DCCC)

297 DCCC Road, Thomasville, NC

Davidson 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 Davidson, North Carolina, which is a predominantly suburban area. The Presbyterian Church affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Nearly 1,700 students enroll at Davidson College annually.

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

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

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to this school achieve an SAT score between 1900 - 2178, or an ACT score between 29 - 33. Competition for admissions among applicants is high, given that only 30% of students who applied are accepted to the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at davidson.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $43,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $6,300. Some students at Davidson College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Davidson College Wildcats participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Sports available:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)

Students can visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

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