Overview

Areas of concentration include American government, comparative government and politics, international relations, public administration and political theory. Southeast's Political Science majors regularly intern with local, state and federal elected officials.

Graduates of the Political Science program of the Southeast Missouri State University are employed in government and nonprofit administration, law, international affairs, political campaigns, lobbying and interest groups, journalism and media, academic research and teaching and are accepted to leading graduate schools.

Exceptionally well qualified faculty members work closely with students in small class settings, challenging students to think systematically about national and international politics.

Political Science graduates work in political, financial, sales, marketing, and communication fields. Examples of job titles include public policy analyst, public administrator, lawyer, lobbyist, campaign manager, human resource specialist, politician, immigration officer, researcher and legislative assistant.

What You'll Do

Be challenged by exceptionally well qualified faculty members to think systematically about national and international politics.

Be exposed to diverse viewpoints on major issues of national and international significance.

Be exceptionally well prepared for advanced study.

Have the opportunity to participate in Model United Nations activities.

Have the opportunity to participate in local, state, and national government internship programs.

Have access to specialized student organizations (e.g., the Political Science Club and the Political Theory Club) and student honorary societies.

Internships & Career Opportunities

Office of the Governor

Missouri State Senate

Missouri House of Representatives

Southeast Missouri Food Bank

Safe House for Women

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Political Science

U.S. Political Systems

Politics of the Developed World

Comparative Political Systems

Seminar in Political Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

61

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Anthropology Sociology Political Science View 834 other Bachelors in Anthropology in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

61

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Successful completion of Level 5 of Southeast’s IEP.

English proficiency tests

Diploma from a U.S. high school

Diploma from an international school with U.S. regional accreditation

Diploma from IB curriculum school whose sole medium of instruction is English

Diploma from a non-U.S. high school/secondary education where English language is the sole medium of instruction.

SAT test score of 450 or higher on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section.

A score of 21 or better Combined English/Writing score on the ACT Plus Writing test

Successful completion of Level 112 in the ELS Language School

Other proof of English proficiency may be considered on an individual basis.

Tuition Fee

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International

15585 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15585 USD per year during 48 months.
National

14331 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14331 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7761 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7761 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Cape Girardeau

800 - 1300 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Political Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

226 countries / Need-based

Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria

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