Overview
You are perfect for the Fairmont State University Political Science major if you have interests in:
- American politics
- International relations
- International studies
- Division of power in society
- Law
Political science students learn the structure of government institutions. Our instructors focus on the political behavior of individuals and groups. Political Science majors study common problems found in modern societies. Before graduation, our students also understand the critical relationships between all levels of government.
Career Opportunities
The obvious career path for Political Science majors is to seek government positions. Students will be prepared for that at the local, state and even national level. But, the opportunities don’t stop there. Graduates can become a:
- Lawyer
- Campaign operative
- Legislative analyst or coordinator
- Policy analyst
- Political researcher
- County administrator or executive
- High school teacher or university professor
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Ethics in Criminal Justice
- Economics
- American Government
- Principles of International Relations
- Comparative Government
- Research in the Social Sciences
- Capstone Seminar
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Political Science View 1468 other Bachelors in Political Science in United StatesWhat students do after studying
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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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
- Complete the Online Application for Undergraduate Admission. Applicants cannot apply for an Academic Pathway.
- Submit official academic record(s)
- Transcripts from outside the United States require an official course-by-course evaluation to be sent to Fairmont State University from one of the credentialing services listed below. Evaluations must include a statement of U.S. high school or college equivalency.
- Applicant must submit proof of financial support for the first academic year of tuition and living expenses (must be in U.S. dollar format and translated to English).
- Freshman applicants should submit their secondary school (high school) transcript. If you have completed college/university coursework you will need to submit all post-secondary transcript(s).
Tuition Fee
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International
18372 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9186 USD per semester during 48 months. -
National
18372 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9186 USD per semester during 48 months. -
In-State
8454 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4227 USD per semester during 48 months.
Metro Tuition: $6342 per semester
Living costs for Fairmont
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Political Science.
Available Scholarships
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