Political Science Degree

The political science program at Juniata 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Juniata College

3427 N Main Ave, Scranton, PA

Juniata 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 Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, which is a predominantly rural area. Approximately 1,600 students are enrolled yearly at Juniata College.

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

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Social Sciences

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1590 to 1900 on the SAT and within the range of 23 to 28 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to this school. This school accepts around 70% of applicants annually. Of those students admitted, about 24% of students registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found at juniata.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $37,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,400 each year. Students enrolled at this school may qualify for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Juniata College "Eagles" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study, and more may be viewed on school's website at www.juniata.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

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