Political Science Degree

The political science program at William Jessup 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 California colleges that offer political science degrees.

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William Jessup University

Also known as San Jose Christian College

8344 W Mineral King Ave, Visalia, CA

William Jessup University is a faith-based institute located in Rocklin, California that offers several academic programs for its students. The school also maintains a Protestant  affiliation. The school enrolls about 700 students yearly, providing a great atmosphere for learning. More than twenty different programs are offered at San Jose Christian College. Here are the programs with more popularity among individuals:

• Business Administration
• Psychology
• Counseling Psychology
• Biblical Studies
• Elementary Education

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts and records, as well as any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1370 - 1660 for the SAT exam and in a range of 19 - 25 on the ACT is common among students admitted to San Jose Christian College.

San Jose Christian College also offers services for students including academic counseling assistance for students that may require additional help, flexible scheduling for working or busy students, and help with employment opportunities for students.

The cost of this school's tuition is approximately $7,100 for graduate students and approximately $24,000 for undergraduates yearly. Tuition figures may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Some students at San Jose Christian College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation has accredited the education provided by William Jessup University for over forty-four years. Get more information by clicking on the link to visit the school's official website, where you can see program details, tuition, and disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. William Jessup 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).