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ACCEPTANCE RATE

81.12%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

99%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

12:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$24,024

Average 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 Siena 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 York colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Siena College

1 Cedarlawn Avenue, Lawrence, NY

Siena College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists 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 Loudonville, NY, which is a predominantly suburban area. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Siena College has an annual student enrollment of approximately three thousand.

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

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Psychology
  • English Language And Literature
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • History

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most common test scores among students accepted to Siena College are in the range of 22 - 26 on the ACT, or 1550 - 1850 on the SAT. This school has an acceptance rate of about 48% of which only 17% decided to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $31,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $7,400. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Siena College Saints participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students may visit the website to see a complete list of areas of study, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

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

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male23
Female16

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian2
Hispanic1
White36

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

Upon completion of the Political Science program at Siena College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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 give an overview of the students Siena College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Siena College may provide student services including:

  • Online course work available
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Siena College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference)
  • Basketball (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Indoor
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo