Political Science Degree

The political science program at LaGrange 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 Georgia colleges that offer political science degrees.

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LaGrange College

700 Martin Luther King Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA

LaGrange College provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Lagrange, GA and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculum and daily life at the school. The school enrolls around one thousand students yearly, allowing for a more personalized education.

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

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Visual And Performing Arts
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• History

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Students may take either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score in a range of 900 to 1100 on the SAT, or 20 to 23 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. This school has an acceptance rate of around 59 percent of which only 31 percent chose to attend.  Additional admissions information can be obtained by reaching out to LC or completing the form on this page today.

Tuition is approximately $26,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine cost. The cost of on-campus housing is about $6,100 for the year. LaGrange College may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who are eligible as grants and loans.

The mascot for LaGrange College is the "Panthers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Available sports offered:

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

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at lagrange.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

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