Political Science Degree

The political science program at Southeastern Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Southeastern Oklahoma State University

140 W Main St, Durant, OK

Southeastern Oklahoma State University provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Durant, Oklahoma and publically funded. Southeastern Oklahoma State University has an annual student enrollment of around 4,200.

Areas of study available at SE include but are not limited to:

• Engineering Technology
• Education
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Engineering
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Most students at Southeastern Oklahoma State University scored within the range of 18 - 22 on the ACT. 78% of students that apply are admitted to Southeastern Oklahoma State University, of which 72% choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at se.edu.

Tuition & fees at Southeastern Oklahoma State University are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $5,300 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $13,000 annually. Student housing is available for students, which costs about $2,300 for the year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

The Southeastern Oklahoma State University Savage Storm participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Available sports offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, financial aid information, programs, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.se.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

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

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Students by Race (2019)

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).