Overview

As a Political Science major at University of Idaho , you will explore modern-day political issues – like health care and education – and study the history of governments around the world.

Key facts

Use your leadership and strong communication skills in courses designed to prepare you for a career in politics, communications, public affairs, human resources and other civil servant positions. Get hands-on experience through internships with the legislature and political campaigns and explore American political history, civil rights and globalization.

You will learn about topics related to globalization, American presidencies, political revolutions, civil rights and more. Students gain practical exposure to the field through internships with the legislature, political campaigns and other hands-on learning opportunities.

Career Outcomes

With this degree, you may become a/an:

Community organizer
Government administrator
Analyst
Political campaign manager
Elected official
City planner, city housing administrator
Housing administrator
Communications coordinator
Public affairs advisor
Coordinator of federal- or state-funded aid
Counselor
Immigration officer
Journalist
Labor relations specialist
Human resources manager
Policy analyst
Publisher
Policymaker
Teacher
Consultant
Lawyer (with additional education)

Accreditation

The College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences provides annual scholarship awards totaling approximately $815,000.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Political Research Methods and Approaches

American National Government

Writing and Rhetoric

Philosophy of Science
Political Research Methods

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00

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For international students it is advised to apply no later than three months prior to the start of your desired start term.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Moscow, United States

Disciplines

Political Science View 1421 other Bachelors in Political Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

An application for admission

$60 application fee (nonrefundable)
ACT or SAT test scores
Official high school transcript showing graduation date. If you have not yet graduated from high school, a transcript showing all completed work may be accepted for early admission
Official transcripts from any colleges or universities attended

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29781 USD / year

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Out-of-State

29781 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9776 USD / year

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Living costs

Moscow

United States

750 - 1100 USD / month

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Scholarships Information

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