Political Science Degree

The political science program at Morningside 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 Iowa colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Morningside College

928 Sixth Ave, Des Moines, IA

Morningside College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Sioux City, Iowa and operated as a private institution. The United Methodist affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Approximately two thousand students enroll at Morningside College annually.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• English Language And Literature

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The majority of students at this school scored between 21 - 26 on the ACT. Approximately 60 percent of all students that applied were admitted at Morningside College, with 21 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $26,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. On-campus housing is available for students and costs about $4,100 per year. Morningside College may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Morningside College Mustangs participate in several athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)

Students may visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Morningside College offers a bachelor's degree program in political science.

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Students by Race (2019)

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).