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- School Code: 203200
- Phone: (504) 865-5000
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98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
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$15,402Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Political Science Degree
The political science program at Xavier University of Louisiana 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 Louisiana colleges that offer political science degrees.
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Xavier University of Louisiana
6823 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA
Xavier University of Louisiana is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in New Orleans, LA. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately 3,400 students are enrolled per year at XU.
Students may choose from a few areas of study, including:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
- Psychology
- Business And Marketing Studies
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Most students accepted to this school earn an SAT score between 1270 to 1600, or an ACT score between 19 to 24. 64% of applicants are accepted to this school, of which 27% choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at xula.edu.
The cost of tuition is nearly $20,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.
The XU "Gold Rush" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Sports available:
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
- Tennis (NAIA Division I)
- Volleyball (NAIA Division I)
For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.xula.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Xavier University of Louisiana offers a bachelor's degree program in political science.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 4 |
| Female | 8 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 10 |
| Hispanic | 1 |
| Non Resident Alien | 1 |
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
Students who have completed the Political Science program at Xavier University of Louisiana, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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 candidates Xavier University of Louisiana accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Xavier University of Louisiana may provide student services including:- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Xavier University of Louisiana is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Gulf Coast Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Gulf Coast Athletic Conference)
- Tennis
- Volleyball