Political Science Degree

The political science program at McNeese 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 Louisiana colleges that offer political science degrees.

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McNeese State University (McNeese)

6363 Saint Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA

McNeese State University, a public institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Lake Charles, LA, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at McNeese exceeds eight thousand yearly.

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

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Engineering
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. The most common scores among students accepted to McNeese State University are between 20 - 24 on the ACT, or 910 - 1120 for the SAT exam. 69% of those students that apply are accepted to McNeese, of which 70 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at mcneese.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $4,800 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $15,000 for the year. Housing is available for students, which costs around $3,700 annually. McNeese may provide financial aid for students who qualify as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The McNeese Cowboys participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Track & Field
• Football
• Golf

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. McNeese State 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).