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Political Science Degree
The political science program at John Carroll 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 Ohio colleges that offer political science degrees.
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John Carroll University (JCU)
4000 Sunset Blvd, Steubenville, OH
JCU is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in University Heights, Ohio, in a predominantly suburban area. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Nearly 3,700 students enroll at John Carroll University per year.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- English Language And Literature
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to JCU. A score between 1460 - 1790 on the SAT, or 22 - 27 for the ACT is common among admitted students. 84% of those who apply are admitted to this school, of which 27 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $35,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine cost. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $5,300 annually. Students enrolled at John Carroll University may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.
Athletic programs are available at John Carroll University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Available athletic programs offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
Students should visit the school's http://www.jcu.edu/index.php to view additional information.
Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. JCU offers a bachelor's degree program in political science.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 10 |
| Female | 7 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 3 |
| White | 12 |
| Unknown | 2 |
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
Upon completion of the Political Science program at JCU, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants JCU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, John Carroll University may offer services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
JCU is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Ohio Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Ohio Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Ohio Athletic Conference)
- Football (Ohio Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling