American politics examines the US political system, public policy process and political actors and issues at the local, state and national levels. The Political Science, American Government, Law and Policy program is offered by Salem State University.
Political Science, American Government, Law and Policy, B.Sc.
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Overview
Political Science, American Government, Law and Policy offers courses in American, comparative and international politics taught by skilled faculty with diverse ideas, teaching methods, and philosophies who are dedicated to quality teaching. Our courses critically analyze American and global political phenomena and how these phenomena affect our daily lives. Our classes feature active learning including Model United Nations; moot court and congressional hearing simulations; debates; internships; and service-learning.
Two concentrations (American Government, Law & Policy; and International Relations & Comparative Politics) are available, encompassing the main fields of study within the discipline of Political Science. These optional concentrations do not add to the total number of credits required for graduation.
Usually, students may transfer in no more than 15 credits of Political Science courses into the major (BA or BS). Additional transferred courses will have to be counted as free electives. There may be exceptions.
Our Mission
Salem State University's mission is to provide a high quality, student-centered education that prepares a diverse community of learners to contribute responsibly and creatively to a global society, and serve as a resource to advance the region's cultural, social and economic development.
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 48 months
- Credits 120 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Understanding the Political World
- Honors Understanding the Political World
- Introduction to Research in Political Science
- Introduction to American Politics
- Introduction to Public Policy
- Introduction to International Relations
- Introduction to Comparative Politics
Introduction to Political Theory
English Language Requirements
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71The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
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6The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
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550The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom setting at the college or university level. It accurately measures how well you can listen, read and write in English while performing academic tasks.
General Requirements
- Complete the online application
- Send us your transcripts
- Submit your standardized test scores
- Submit Proof of English Language Proficiency
Tuition Fee
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18480 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 18480 USD per year and a duration of 48 months. -
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18480 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 18480 USD per year and a duration of 48 months. -
In-State Applies to you
11675 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 11675 USD per year and a duration of 48 months.
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Living costs for Salem
- 1100 - 1500 USD/monthLiving Costs
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Funding
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