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- School Code: 103300
- Phone: (256) 638-0000 x0000
- School Homepage
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
64.73%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,949Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Political Science Degree
The political science program at Oakwood 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 Alabama colleges that offer political science degrees.
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Oakwood University
138 Highway 35, Rainsville, AL
Oakwood University is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Huntsville, Alabama. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The school's Seventh Day Adventists affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately 1,900 students are enrolled per year at Oakwood University.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Theology And Religious Vocations
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 790 to 1013 for the SAT exam and in a range of 16 to 22 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to this school. 44% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 58% choose to attend. Additional information regarding admissions can be found via the school's website or by requesting information here.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $16,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine cost. Housing is available for students, which costs around $5,000 each year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Students may visit the Oakwood University website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more.
Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Oakwood University offers a bachelor's degree program in political science.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 5 |
| Female | 8 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 12 |
| Non Resident Alien | 1 |
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
Students who have completed the Political Science program at Oakwood University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Oakwood University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Oakwood University may provide services to students including:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Child care
Intercollegiate Athletics
Oakwood University is a Member of National Small College Athletic Association (NSCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the USCAA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Volleyball