Overview

The Political Science program offered by University of Lynchburg will explore the history of politics in the United States and other countries. You’ll also study various philosophies of politics and justice.

During our program students will learn about the different systems – both current and past – people have used to govern themselves.

Careers

Political science majors often plan to work in government or attend law school after college. Jobs include:

Lawyer

Customs or immigration officer

Policy analyst

State legislator

Lobbyist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Quest For Justice

Comparative Politics

The American Political Experience

American Political Culture

Classical Political Though

Modern Political Though

Campaigns, Elections, And Propaganda

State and Local Government and Politics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: rolling admission

Language

English

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Credits

124 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fairfax, United States

Disciplines

Political Science View 1401 other Bachelors in Political Science in United States

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

Official SAT or ACT scores

Official secondary school/high school transcripts

Certificate of Finance

Banker’s letter/bank statement

Letter of recommendation from a high school counselor, teacher, or someone who can speak to your ability to succeed at Lynchburg.

A 250-500 word essay written on one of the following three topics: 1. Evaluate a signiﬁcant experience, achievement, risk you have taken, or ethical dilemma you have faced and its impact on you; 2. Discuss an issue of personal, local, national, or international concern and its importance to you; 3. Explain why you wish to pursue an education in the United States and what goals you have for yourself in taking on this endeavor.

Copy of passport

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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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Tuition Fee

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International

36750 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 36750 USD per year during 48 months.
National

36750 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 36750 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

36750 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 36750 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Fairfax

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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