Political Science Degree

The political science program at New England 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 New Hampshire colleges that offer political science degrees.

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New England College (NEC)

79-6 South River Road, Bedford, NH

New England College is a nonprofit private institution located in Henniker, NH and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Over 2,000 students enroll at New England College per year.

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

• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Business And Marketing Studies

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. New England College accepts roughly 80% of students applying. Of those students admitted, about 18% of students attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at nec.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $33,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $6,100 annually. New England College may provide financial aid for students that qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for New England College is the "Pilgrims", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

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

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).