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- School Code: 170600
- Phone: (847) 543-2000
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55.20%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$31,438Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
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Political Science Degree
The political science program at Lake Forest 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 Illinois colleges that offer political science degrees.
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Lake Forest College
19351 W Washington St., Grayslake, IL
Lake Forest College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps 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 Lake Forest, Illinois, which is a predominantly suburban area. Lake Forest College has a yearly student enrollment of around a thousand.
Areas of study offered at Lake Forest College include:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- English Language And Literature
- Social Sciences
- Communications And Journalism
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. This school admits around 50 percent of applicants yearly. Of those admitted, nearly 24 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found at lakeforest.edu.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $41,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $4,700 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Lake Forest College Foresters participate in a number of athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs offered include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
- Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)
Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lake Forest College offers a bachelor's degree program in political science.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 10 |
| Female | 4 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black | 2 |
| Hispanic | 3 |
| White | 5 |
| Non Resident Alien | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
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 Lake Forest College, 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
Salary & Wages
- Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
- Average Hourly Rate: $32.54
- Average Annual Salary: $67680
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 students Lake Forest College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Lake Forest College may offer services like:- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Lake Forest College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Midwest Conference)
- Football (Midwest Conference)
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball