Political Science Degree

The political science program at Prairie View A&M 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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Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU)

3837 Simpson Stuart Rd, Dallas, TX

Prairie View A&M University is a public historically black institution located in Prairie View, TX. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Texas. Enrollment at Prairie View A&M University exceeds eight thousand per year.

Students can pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Security And Protective Services
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 1110 - 1370 for the SAT exam and within the range of 15 - 20 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to PVAMU. 40% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 48% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at pvamu.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $6,700 and out-of-state residents pay $15,000 annually. Student housing is available for students, and generally costs about $5,400 each year. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.

The mascot for Prairie View A&M University is the "Panthers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include:

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

Students can visit the PVAMU website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Prairie View A&M 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).