Overview

An interdisciplinary field encompassing elements of political theory, government, international relations, law, public policy and strategic communications, political science opens doors to careers in public affairs, governance, journalism and the nonprofit world.

Key Features

It is also one of the most common gateways to law school. This Political Science discipline at Rhode Island College doesn’t just produce job seekers, but highly engaged and informed citizens.

The academic study of politics dates to the earliest times. Aristotle called politics “the queen of the sciences” because it addresses the fundamental question of how people can live together peacefully and productively.

Traditionally, in the United States, the political science discipline has been divided into five sub-fields: political theory, American government, comparative politics, international relations and public law.

More recently, political science has expanded to include areas such as media and political communication, interest group behavior and the politics of gender, race and sexual orientation.

In-Demand Careers

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Journalist

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Government

Global Politics

Political Thought

Methodology in Political Science

Research and Writing in Political Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Providence, United States

Disciplines

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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

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General requirements

A completed Common Application and $50 nonrefundable application fee.

Official transcripts of all academic records.

English Proficiency Scores.

Financial Declaration Form.

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

27598 USD / year

≈ 27598 USD / year
Out-of-State

27598 USD / year

≈ 27598 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10460 USD / year

≈ 10460 USD / year

Additional Details

Northeast Neighbors (CT, NH, VT, NY, NJ, Pike County PA) pay USD 7,845 per semester.

Living costs

Providence

United States

1030 - 1900 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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Overview

Key Features

In-Demand Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Providence

Funding

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