Political Science Degree

The political science program at West Virginia University Institute of Technology 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 West Virginia colleges that offer political science degrees.

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West Virginia University Institute of Technology

Also known as West Virginia University Tech

208 University Drive, West Liberty, WV

West Virginia University Institute of Technology provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Montgomery, West Virginia and publically funded. Enrollment at West Virginia University Institute of Technology is nearly a thousand annually.

Students can select from a few areas of study, including:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Engineering
• Engineering Technology
• Business And Marketing Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 810 - 1090 on the SAT and between 18 - 23 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to West Virginia University Institute of Technology. This school has an admissions rate of about 52 percent of which only 63 percent chose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at admissions.wvutech.edu.

Tuition & fees at West Virginia University Institute of Technology are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $5,900 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $15,000 annually. The cost of on-campus housing is estimated to be $4,400 annually. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.wvutech.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. West Virginia University Institute of Technology offers a bachelor's degree program in political science.

Students by Gender (2019)

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).