Overview

As a major in the History and Political Thought program at Concordia University Irvine, you will find that the highly qualified faculty members are committed to providing a rigorous environment where you can pursue your own goals, as well as the necessary skills to become wise, honorable, and cultivated citizens – wherever your career leads you.

Political Science vs Political Thought

You may wonder why Concordia does not have the now common name "political science," but rather "political thought." It’s because, in the classical tradition, the program sees politics as encompassing all of life.

If you think you might be interested in eventually going on to law school, this degree will serve you well with a broad introduction to historical and political foundations. With this background, you will be well-equipped to learn the vocational and practical (the "scientific") aspects of the political and legal system.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

United States History

Ancient Greece and Rome

Medieval History

The Renaissance and the Reformation

Modern European History

Political Thought: Ancient to Early Modern

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , National

More details

Fall applications received after February 15 are reviewed on a rolling basis, and it is recommended that students apply well in advance. Final: August 21.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Irvine, United States

Disciplines

History International Relations Political Science View 657 other Bachelors in International Relations in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the online application.
Submit a transcript from each secondary and post-secondary school attended, current through the time of application. High School transcripts will be considered official only when sent through the mail in a sealed envelope or hand-carried to Concordia University Irvine in a sealed envelope.
All non-US equivalent transcripts must arrive with a certified English evaluation and translation documenting your coursework, examinations taken, grades received, passing and maximum marks, and evidence of secondary school graduation.
If you attended high school outside of the USA, your transcript must be evaluated by one of the members of NACES.
The student must submit scores from one of the following standardized tests: Duolingo, SAT, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

43500 USD / year

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Out-of-State

43500 USD / year

≈ 43500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

43500 USD / year

≈ 43500 USD / year

Living costs

Irvine

United States

1560 - 2585 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

Political Science vs Political Thought

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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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

Living costs

Irvine

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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