Overview

Elon’s program is designed to help you develop critical thinking, reading, writing and research skills. You will also gain an understanding of the theories of politics, knowledge about political systems and forces in communities, and real-world experience in the processes of public policy.

Features

You will graduate from the Political Science program at Elon University with the tools necessary to go on to graduate study or build a successful career in politics, law, business, journalism, advocacy and many other fields.

Elon’s dynamic approach to the study of political science combines coursework, research projects, role-playing simulations, fieldwork at national political conventions, service learning projects, study abroad opportunities, and seminars and internships with organizations ranging from Amnesty International to the White House.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Government

Comparative Politics

Research Methods In Political Science And Policy Studies

Senior Seminar In Political Science

Political Simulations In American Political Thought

Democracy And Its Critics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-10 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

132 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Elon, United States

Disciplines

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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

Completed application and nonrefundable $60 fee

Official High School/Secondary School Transcript/Records

SAT or ACT scores (optional)

TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test scores

Completed School Report (included in the application)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

46958 USD / year

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Out-of-State

46958 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

46958 USD / year

≈ 46958 USD / year

Living costs

Elon

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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