Political Science Degree

The political science program at Thiel 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Thiel College

Also known as Reformed Episcopal Seminary

826 Second Avenue, Blue Bell, PA

Thiel College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Greenville, Pennsylvania, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. The Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Approximately 1,100 students are enrolled per year at Thiel College.

Areas of study offered at Thiel College include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Education
• Security And Protective Services
• Social Sciences

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Students may provide either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions to Thiel College. A score between 840 - 1030 on the SAT, or 18 - 22 for the ACT is common among accepted students. 64% of students that apply are admitted to Thiel College, of which 23% choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $27,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,300 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Thiel College Tomcats participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Sports available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, admission forms, programs offered, and much more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.thiel.edu.

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).