Political Science Degree

The political science program at Muhlenberg 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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Muhlenberg College

7373 Admiral Peary Hwy, Cresson, PA

Muhlenberg 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 Allentown, PA, which is a predominantly urban area. The Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Over 2,500 students enroll at Muhlenberg College per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Visual And Performing Arts
• History

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. The most common test scores among applicants admitted to Muhlenberg College are within the range of 25 - 31 on the ACT, or 1680 - 2030 on the SAT. Approximately 40% of all applicant were admitted at Muhlenberg College, with 28% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at muhlenberg.edu.

Tuition is approximately $44,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $5,700. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.

The Muhlenberg College "Mules" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to view more about this school can visit their website at http://www.muhlenberg.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Muhlenberg College has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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).