Political Science Degree

The political science program at Linfield College – McMinnville Campus 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 Oregon colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Linfield College – McMinnville Campus (Linfield)

0615 S W Palatine Hill Rd, Portland, OR

Linfield College - McMinnville Campus provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in McMinnville, OR and operated as a private institution. The school maintains an American Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled annually at Linfield College - McMinnville Campus.

Students may select from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to Linfield College - McMinnville Campus. Scores within the range of 22 to 28 on the ACT or 1480 to 1810 on the SAT are required to increase the chance of admission. LC accepts about 80% of students applying. Of those admitted, around 25% of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is approximately $36,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's tuition calculator to identify their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $5,500. This school may offer financial aid for students that qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Linfield College - McMinnville Campus through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs offered may include:

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

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Linfield College – McMinnville Campus 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).