Overview

Maybe these changes will be very small, maybe they will be very big, but the knowledge you gain from getting a degree in political science will give you what you need to take your vision for our neighborhoods, city, state, country, or world and put it into action.

Your classes in the political science department will teach you the nature of power in our world through an option of lenses based on your interest. We offer a wide variety of perspectives so that you can pick the approach that is most interesting to you.

Earn your political science degree in Oregon’s largest and most politically active city of Portland. Studying Political Science in Portland presents a unique opportunity to see how a mid-sized metropolitan city addresses issues such as gentrification, homelessness, police engagement, and social justice from a public policy, legal, political theory, and American political perspective. Situated in the heart of Downtown Portland and within walking distance from multiple city, state, and federal offices, you’ll be able to easily connect with professionals actively engaged in fields such as law, politics, public policy, sustainable global development, and international justice to gain marketable skills in your field of interest, setting you up for the political science career of your dreams.

Career

The students of the Political Science - Public Service degree from Portland State University develop skills that are highly valued by today’s employers. These skills include, but are not limited to: out-of-the-box problem solving, research, critical communication skills in writing/thinking/analysis, inclusive collaboration skills, and effective oral presentation skills.

Students and alumni find employment in business, government, nonprofits, social services, and educational institutions. Completing an internship or obtaining a relevant part-time job can only boost your job prospects after graduation.

The Internship program and connections to our Alumni provide us a network of potential opportunities once you graduate with a degree in Political Science.

Here is a list of the top careers for Political Science majors:

K-12 Teacher
Policy Analyst
Public Relations Specialist
Legislative Assistant
Lawyer and Judge
Political Consultant
Political Campaign Staff
Elected Official
International Assistance Staff
Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Intelligence Analyst
Political Journalist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

US Government

US Politics

Comparative Politics

International Politics

Political Theory

Law & Legal Studies

Women's Leadership

State and Local Politics

Race and Politics in the US

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-08-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Personal essay or statement of purpose

Letters of recommendation

Standardized test scores, e.g., GRE (not required by all programs)

Resume

Writing samples

Portfolio

Tuition Fee

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International

32019 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32019 USD per year during 48 months.
National

32019 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32019 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

11859 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11859 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Portland

1271 - 2262 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 Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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