Overview

Courses such as US Foreign Policy, History of Mexico, and the History of Human Rights present you with a view of the world framed by a commitment to the common good and human dignity.

The flexible History and Political Science curriculum allows students to choose courses that spark their interest and best fit their career goals. Students particularly interested in attending law school in the future should also consider adding the Pre-Law minor to their degree plan.

Features

The department has strong relationships with museums, law firms and local government, enabling students to find internship opportunities that put their knowledge into practice.

Faculty in the department also supervise original student research projects in the Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP). Past projects include family research and historical research into topics such as the Bracero Program and Filipino farmworkers and the Chicano movement.

The BA in History and Political Science at Vanguard University prepares graduates for careers and for advanced study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

United States History

World Civilizations

United States Government

Research Methods in History and Political Science

Principles of Economics (Macroeconomics)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

National (Fall): after March 2, applications will be considered on a rolling basis with decision upon receipt of supporting documentation

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Costa Mesa, United States

Disciplines

History Political Science View 1416 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 high school or GED transcript (all freshmen and transfers).
SAT/ACT scores are not required for admission consideration.
Official college transcript(s) (applicants who have completed college coursework).
Christian Experience Statement. Prompt: "Describe how you came to know Christ, and your growing relationship and walk with Him. Describe how your church and ministry activities shape your daily life and will strengthen the Vanguard community."
Limit your typed response to 500 words. Statement will be evaluated on content, grammar and spelling. Include your full name.

International students:

$45 non-refundable application fee
Official Transcript(s)
Official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) scores
Affidavit of Financial Support
Copy of Valid Passport
Students applying within the U.S. must submit copies of their visa, I-94, and if on a student visa, copies of their I-20 A-B Form.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

42500 USD / year

≈ 42500 USD / year
Out-of-State

42500 USD / year

≈ 42500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

42500 USD / year

≈ 42500 USD / year

Living costs

Costa Mesa

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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

Funding

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