Political Science Degree

The political science program at Westminster College – Fulton 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 Missouri colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Westminster College – Fulton

470 E Lockwood Ave., Saint Louis, MO

Westminster 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 Fulton, Missouri, which is a predominantly rural area. The school's Presbyterian Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Westminster College has an annual student enrollment of about a thousand.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Psychology

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions to Westminster College. A score between 1290 - 1780 on the SAT, or 22 - 27 for the ACT is common among accepted students. 71% of applicants are accepted to Westminster College, of which 26 percent choose to attend. More information on the school's admissions processes and policies can be found by visiting the school portal.

The cost of tuition is nearly $23,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $4,600. Some students at Westminster College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Westminster College Blue Jays participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study offered, and much more can be viewed on school's website at www.westminster-mo.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

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

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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).