Political Science Degree

The political science program at Lamar 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 Texas colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Lamar University

1100 Broadway, Kilgore, TX

Lamar University, a public institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Beaumont, TX, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. About fourteen thousand students enroll at Lamar University annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Lamar University offers:

• Education
• Engineering
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1250 to 1580 on the SAT and between 17 to 23 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. Approximately 50 percent of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 53 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay nearly $8,900 and nonresidents pay $19,000 per year. Housing is available for students, and generally costs about $5,400 each year. Students at Lamar University may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Lamar University Cardinals participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)

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Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lamar University 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).