International Relations Degree

The international relations program at Principia College prepares students for careers in Foreign Service, civil service positions in the state department, the military, congress, the United Nations, other government agencies, and the private sector as a consultant. The program focuses on international politics and institutions and the conduct of diplomacy and foreign policy. Program courses include: international relations theory, foreign policy analysis, national security and strategic studies, international law and organization, and they theory and practice of diplomacy. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer international relations degrees.

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Principia College

202 South Halsted Street, Chicago Heights, IL

Principia College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps 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 Elsah, IL, which is a predominantly rural area. The higher teacher/student ratio and access to faculty and teachers are due primarily to the smaller enrollment, over 500 students, maintained by Principia College.

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

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

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Principia College. A score between 1376 - 1911 on the SAT, or 21 - 30 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. 80% of those who apply are accepted to this school, of which 61 percent choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $28,000 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to determine cost. The price of on-campus housing is around $5,100 for the year. Some students at Principia College may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Principia College Panthers participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA.

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.principiacollege.edu.

Students Enrolled in the International Relations Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Principia College offers a bachelor's degree program in international relations.

Students by Gender (2019)

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

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $67680

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).