Overview

At Political Science from University of Wisconsin La Crosse students will learn how to examine political structures both inside and outside government with the goal of better understanding how they function, and the ways in which they change the world over time. The study of political science includes four subfields of specialization: American government and politics, international relations, comparative politics, and political theory.

Careers

Budget Analyst

Campaign Director

Foreign Service Officer

High School Teacher

Legislative Assistant

Lobbyist

Management Trainee

Personnel Trainee

Program Analyst

Recycling Coordinator

Sales Representative

Survey Researcher

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Presidency

International Relations

Legislative Process

Wisconsin Government and Politics

Politics and the Media

Political Parties

Judicial Process

Political Language and Communications

Interest Group Politics

Identity Politics

Public Opinion and Political Behavior

Campaigns and Elections

Powers of Government

The First Amendment

Racial, Gender and Targeted Group Discrimination

Constitutional Law

Rights of the Accused

Right to Life

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

Applications received by February 1 will receive full consideration for admission. International: Priority deadlines

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

100

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

La Crosse, United States

Disciplines

Political Science View 1418 other Bachelors in Political Science in United States

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

100

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

UW System application for admission

Nonrefundable application fee

ACT or SAT scores (optional) (ACT code: 4672, SAT code: 1914)

Letters of recommendation (maximum of 2) (optional)

Essays

Academic Records: Official, certified, or attested transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary institutions attended. Documents issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.

English Language Proficiency

Proof of Funding

Passport Copy

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

20981 USD / year

≈ 20981 USD / year
Out-of-State

20981 USD / year

≈ 20981 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10865 USD / year

≈ 10865 USD / year

Additional Details

MN resident – $10,905 per year

Living costs

La Crosse

United States

1130 - 1874 USD / month

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

Funding

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

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.

About

Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

La Crosse

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners