Overview

You will also learn to understand and appreciate different political values, institutions, and processes that operate in local, national, and international systems.

The Political Science program of University at Albany allows you to focus on the subjects that interest you most, with upper-level concentrations available in American politics; citizenship; equality and inequality; global politics; law and institutions; political theory; political economy and development; public law; security and statecraft.

Located less than one mile from the New York State Capitol, it’s easy to get a head start on a career in law or government as political science major at the widely respected Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy.

Program of Study

Progress through introductory, concentration, elective, and writing intensive capstone courses to build a comprehensive understanding of politics in all forms. Start your learning in our three gateway courses on American Politics, Comparative and International Politics, and Political Theory, and then advance through courses that you choose to deepen your understanding of your preferred concentration.

Use tools like historical and institutional analysis, interpretive approaches, and positive hypothesis-testing and modeling to deepen your comprehension of political issues. You may also opt to gain hands-on political experience through a wide range of internship opportunities, including in the New York State Assembly and Senate, and through our Semester in Washington Program.

Career Paths in Political Science

The political science major prepares you for diverse careers in government, nonprofits, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and multinational corporations and other private sector businesses.

Sample alumni job titles include: attorney, public servant, advocate, lobbyist, campaign manager, journalist, civilian public relations specialist, teacher, and political advisor.

The BA in Political Science program also gives you a great foundation for graduate study in law, public administration, public affairs, economic development, international studies, and related areas.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Politics

Comparative and International Politics

Political Theory

Public Policy in Theory and Practice

Contemporary Democratic Theory

Feminist Social and Political Thought

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Public Law Political Science View 274 other Bachelors in Public Law in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the application

You may scan your transcripts to us All freshman applicants are required to submit a transcript from their secondary school, and academic transcripts in languages other than English must be accompanied by an official and certified English translation

Submit your test scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), SAT or ACT as required

Submit the International Student Financial Statement

Submit a 250- to 500-word personal essay

Submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor

Tuition Fee

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International

31145 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 31145 USD per year during 48 months.
National

24910 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24910 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7070 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7070 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Albany

1010 - 1570 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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