Political Science Degree

The political science program at Saint Leo 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 Florida colleges that offer political science degrees.

Saint Leo University

Also known as St. Leo University

2980 Collins Ave, Saint Augustine, FL

Saint Leo University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Saint Leo, FL, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at SLU exceeds 16,000 annually.

Areas of study available at SLU include:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Psychology
• Computer And Information Sciences
• Education

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 860 to 1040 on the SAT and in a range of 19 to 23 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to this school. This school admits roughly 90% of students applying annually. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 29% of students attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found at saintleo.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $20,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $5,200. Students attending Saint Leo University may be eligible for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Saint Leo University Lions participate in a number of athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Available athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the school's saintleo.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. St. Leo University offers a bachelor's degree program in political science.

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

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).