Political Science Degree

The political science program at University of North Carolina at Pembroke 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 North Carolina colleges that offer political science degrees.

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University of North Carolina at Pembroke (UNCP)

15 E Peace St, Raleigh, NC

University of North Carolina at Pembroke is a public institution located in Pembroke, North Carolina and provides a large number of program options for students. UNCP has a yearly student enrollment of about six thousand.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Security And Protective Services
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to this school achieve an SAT score in a range of 1220 to 1460, or an ACT composite score in a range of 17 to 20. An estimated 70% of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 50% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at uncp.edu.

Tuition & fees at University of North Carolina at Pembroke are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs nearly $5,100 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $15,000 for the year. The cost of on-campus housing is estimated to be $4,200 per year. UNCP may provide financial aid for students who are eligible by way of grants and loans.

Athletic programs are available at University of North Carolina at Pembroke through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

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

Students can visit the University of North Carolina at Pembroke website to get a complete list of academic programs offered, admissions information, 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. UNCP 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).