Overview

We examine the institutions of government, from the local to the international level, but also delve into the informal aspects of politics, including media, political parties, interest groups, religion, and the roles of women and minorities.

The Political Science major at the University of Southern Mississippi offers entrance into advanced study, practical politics, government work, and employment in the private sector.

What Will I Learn?

Students learn how to make sense of political processes in the United States and internationally:
Use data to understand election results; analyze the political coalitions; and explain voter behavior.
Understand how institutions and interest groups affect policy-making in areas like trade, health care, reproductive rights, and immigration.
Learn to read, and develop, legal and political arguments related, for example, to civil rights and the scope of political authority.
Develop critical thinking, writing, and oral communication skills applicable to a broad range of careers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Government
Great Issues of Politics
Proseminar in Political Science
The Human Experience: A Global Perspective on Human Diversity
World Geography: Dynamics of a Changing Earth
Great Issues of Politics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

West Hattiesburg, United States
Long Beach, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5 _{(recommended)}

English requirements

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General requirements

Freshman applicants should submit the following:

USM Application or Common Application
$40 application fee
Copies of high school transcripts and/or school leaving examination results
Proof of English proficiency (see English Proficiency section for acceptable tests and waiver options)
Optional: SAT or ACT (required for Freshman Merit Scholarship consideration)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

12394 USD / year

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Out-of-State

12394 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

10394 USD / year

≈ 10394 USD / year

Additional Details

Non-resident: $4,944.00 + $1,000 additional non residential tuition/term (12-19 semester hours)

Living costs

West Hattiesburg

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

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What Will I Learn?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

West Hattiesburg

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