Overview

The major of Political Science program at Allegheny College requires at least 45 semester hours, including at least three courses from two of six different subfields: Civic Engagement and Social Action, Culture and Politics, Globalization and Trans-national Politics, Institutions and Processes, Policy Studies, and Problems in Democracy.

The Department also offers courses in international relations and foreign policy, political philosophy, and environmental issues.

Political Science Department courses emphasize critical reading and discussion, writing, and independent research.
Students often double major in Political Science and other fields, including English, Communication Arts, and Environmental Studies.
Political Science is a component of the College’s international studies major (with economics, history, and modern and classical languages).

Opportunities

Internships: Many internships have been established with local agencies and individuals; each provides job experience as well as the potential to earn academic credit. Students may also arrange internships independently or through the Career Education Office. As an example, a student recently participated in the White House Internship Program, working in the Public Liaison Office.
Fellowships: A number of fellowships are offered for current juniors & seniors, recent graduates and alumni. These are paid positions lasting 6 months to one year.

Washington Semester at American University or Washington Center: Participants study source materials and government institutions while gaining internship experience in the nation’s capital.

Off-Campus Studies: Allegheny College recognizes the enormous academic, professional and personal value of studying off-campus, either nationally or internationally. Allegheny College sponsors semester and year-long programs; some require skills in languages other than English and others with no language requirements.

Experiential Learning Travel Seminars: EL Travel Seminars are led by Allegheny faculty and administrators and begin soon after the end of Spring semester. There are multiple EL options offered each year. Each is 10-21 days in length and are worth 2-4 experiential learning credits towards graduation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Politics in Popular Culture

Democracy for the Few? Political Parties, Interest Groups, and Social Movements

Law, Courts, and Judicial Processes

Government and Politics of China

Government and Politics of the Middle East

Government and Politics of Latin America

U.S.-Latin American Relations

The Tragedy of Citizenship

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Meadville, 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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Tuition Fees

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57440 USD / year

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57440 USD / year

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In-State

57440 USD / year

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Living costs

Meadville

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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