Political Science Degree

The political science program at Norwich University 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 Vermont colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Norwich University

7 School Street, Montpelier, VT

Norwich University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Northfield, Vermont, the campus resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Norwich University exceeds three thousand per year.

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

• Social Sciences
• History
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Most students accepted to Norwich University have an SAT score between 1400 to 1720, or an ACT score between 20 to 25. This school has an admissions rate of about 66% of which only 34% chose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at norwich.edu.

Tuition is approximately $33,000 annually, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's tuition calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Norwich University "Cadets" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

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

Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study offered, and more can be accessed on school's website at www.norwich.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Norwich University 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).