Overview

During the Government program at the Smith College, you will study public opinion, political development and political economy. We address the concerns of ethnic, racial and political minorities; the role of gender in politics, campaigns and elections; and foreign policy. We examine fundamental and controversial concepts such as justice, democracy, revolution and equality. We believe the study of politics, like the political association, aims at the highest good, helping us to make better sense of the world around us as we seek to improve it for ourselves and others.

Fox-Boorstein International Internship

The Smith College Department of Government sponsors an annual competition for the Fox-Boorstein International Internship Fellowship. This fellowship of between $300 and $800, made possible by a bequest and through the generosity of family members, is available to students in any major, although priority is given to students majoring in government. It is intended to support Smith students working internationally at summer internships in governmental or nongovernmental organizations that involve a policy focus or involve global issues. Application forms are also available in Wright Hall 226. The deadline for application is usually mid-April.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Political Thinking

American Constitutional Interpretation

Elections in the Political Order

Colloquium: Free Speech in America

Globalization from an Islamic Perspective

Government and Politics of Japan

Chinese Politics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Northampton, United States

Disciplines

American and Australasian studies Political Science View 538 other Bachelors in American and Australasian studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Common Application or Coalition Application
Smith Writing Supplement
Secondary School Report, including official high school transcript
Counselor Recommendation
Two Teacher Evaluation Forms
Official SAT I, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS, PTE or the Duolingo English Test/*DET*
Early Decision Agreement (if applicable)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

67140 USD / year

≈ 67140 USD / year
Out-of-State

67140 USD / year

≈ 67140 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

67140 USD / year

≈ 67140 USD / year

Living costs

Northampton

United States

1156 - 2393 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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