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ACCEPTANCE RATE

27.98%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

93%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

13:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

4

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$7,140

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Political Science Degree

The political science program at Coppin State 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 Maryland colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Coppin State University (Coppin)

7600 Flower Ave, Takoma Park, MD

Coppin State University is a public historically black institution located in Baltimore, MD. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Approximately 3,800 students are enrolled annually at Coppin State University.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Psychology
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Security And Protective Services

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. The majority of students at this school scored between 790 - 920 on the SAT. 54% of those who apply are accepted to Coppin State University, of which 27 percent choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at coppin.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay nearly $6,300 and out-of-state residents pay $11,000 for the year. The cost of on-campus housing is about $5,600 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Coppin State University "Eagles" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Softball (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students who would like to see more about this school may visit their website at http://www.coppin.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

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

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male1
Female1

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black2

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 Coppin, 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

Salary & Wages

    • Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
      • Total Employment: 2
      • Average Hourly Rate: $56.32
      • Average Annual Salary: $117140

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

    Student Services

    To help support students, Coppin State University may offer services to students like those listed below:

    • Online course work available
    • Night and weekend classes available
    • Remedial courses
    • Career path counseling
    • Student employment
    • Child care

    Intercollegiate Athletics

    Coppin State University 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 (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
    • Basketball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
    • Track and Field (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
    • Softball
    • Tennis
    • Volleyball
    • Bowling