Political Science Degree

The political science program at Texas Woman’s 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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Texas Woman’s University

1201 Wesleyan St, Fort Worth, TX

Texas Woman's University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Denton, Texas and publically funded. Enrollment at Texas Woman's University exceeds 14,000 yearly.

Areas of study available at Texas Woman's University include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Library Science

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 1210 to 1525 for the SAT exam and within the range of 16 to 22 on the ACT is common among students accepted to this school. Texas Woman's University admits around 90 percent of students applying. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 35 percent attended the school. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $6,000, while out-of-state residents pay $14,000 for the year. The price of on-campus housing is around $3,900 per year. Some students at Texas Woman's University may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

TWU participates in sports through the NCAA's Lone Star Conference in Basketball.

Contact information, academics information, areas of study, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.twu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Texas Woman’s University has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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).