Political Science Degree

The political science program at East Texas Baptist 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 Texas colleges that offer political science degrees.

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East Texas Baptist University (DMC)

101 Baldwin Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX

East Texas Baptist University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Marshall, Texas and operated as a private institution. The school's Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. East Texas Baptist University has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 1,200.

Areas of study offered at East Texas Baptist University include but are not limited to:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to East Texas Baptist University. Scores between 18 - 22 on the ACT or 840 - 1040 on the SAT are recommended to increase the chance of getting accepted. 57% of applicants are accepted to this school, of which 51% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $23,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus for a cost of $2,700 each year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The mascot for East Texas Baptist University is the "Tigers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)
• Softball (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the school's http://www.etbu.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. East Texas Baptist 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).