Overview

The BA/BS in Political Science is designed for students who want an understanding of the development of national and international public policies. Our program empowers students for the next phase of their life—career and/or graduate studies (such as law school). The BA degree includes government, public policymaking, international affairs, American and comparative politics, and language. The BS degree includes the same courses and requirements but has no foreign language requirement.

Careers in Political Science

A Political Science degree from Andrews University opens the door to a number of fields: government, education, business, law and more. Begin your career as a college professor, politician, legislator, lobbyist or judge. Some jobs require a higher degree, but with our program, you'll be ready for graduate school or the workplace right away.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History & Political Science (HPSC)

American Government

Comparative Politics

International Relations

American Foreign Relations

Comparative Political Theory and Method

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fair Plain, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You must have a high school GPA of 2.75* or higher (or a GED College-Ready or GED College Ready + Credit certificate).

Test scores are not required, however high school juniors may be eligible for early admission with a PSAT composite score of 1100 or higher and a cumulative GPA of 3.25 after the first semester.

English is the language of instruction at Andrews University. International and domestic prospective students whose language of education is not English must submit English Proficiency test scores.

We encourage a strong high school curriculum including:

4 years of English

3 years of History/Social Studies

3 years of Science with lab

3 years of Math (Algebra I and higher)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

36432 USD / year

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Out-of-State

36432 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

36432 USD / year

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Living costs

Fair Plain

United States

1000 - 1500 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

Careers in Political Science

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

Living costs

Fair Plain

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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