Political Science Degree

The political science program at Wesleyan 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 Connecticut colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Wesleyan University

15 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT

Wesleyan University 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 Middletown, CT, which is a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at Wesleyan University is nearly 3,200 yearly.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including:

• Social Sciences
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Psychology
• English Language And Literature
• Visual And Performing Arts

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1945 to 2230 for the SAT exam and within the range of 30 to 33 on the ACT is common among students accepted to this school. Only 21 percent of applicants are accepted to the school due to the huge number of applicants and the intense competition for the limited enrollment spots. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $48,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Students enrolled at Wesleyan University may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Wesleyan University Cardinals participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

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

Contact information, academics information, areas of study offered, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.wesleyan.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Wesleyan University has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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).