Overview

Courses include foundational studies in political thought, American government, comparative politics, law and policy, international relations, social and criminal justice and more. The standard track prepares students in American Government, Law and Policy, ideal for the Pre-Law candidate. Students have the additional option of pursuing emphasis in criminal justice, international studies or social justice.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Political Science program at Simpson University:

Students should be able to distinguish among the diversity of traditions in the field and successfully identify the structure and operation of the U.S. and other political systems.

Students should be able to construct and evaluate analytical arguments and write clear logical prose.

Students should be able to identify and gather information from credible primary and secondary sources, recognize assumptions and to devise basic research designs, test questions, arguments, and hypotheses with qualitative and/or quantitative methods.

Students will have the ability to effectively employ oral and written communication skills within a variety of academic and professional contexts.

Students should be able to appreciate and understand both theoretically and practically the values of citizenship and its beneficial consequences as an engaged Christian.

Career Opportunities

Public Service

Law and Law Enforcement

Private or Public Advocacy/Lobbying Organizations

Community Relations Director

Congressional Office Staff Member

Teacher / Educator

Environmental Policy Analyst

FBI Agent

Foreign Service Officer or U.N. Diplomat

Government Relations Manager

International Business Analyst

Legislative Director / Analyst

Media Specialist

Parole/Probation Officer

Politician

Public Affairs Specialist

Urban Policy Planner

White House Advisor

City Planner / Manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Administration of Justice

American Government

Political Thought

Public Policy

Politics & Culture of the Developing World

International Relations

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-16 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

3.0 minimum unweighted High School GPA

910 SAT score (Math and Critical Reading combined) OR 17 ACT composite score

Must have graduated from high school or earned an equivalent (GED)

Submit official secondary or high school transcripts.

Submit official college transcripts from ALL previously attended colleges/universities.

SAT: Minimum of 401 on critical reading section

ACT: Minimum of 16 on English section

TOEFL: 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based, or 79 internet-based

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Tuition Fee

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International

38096 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 38096 USD per year during 48 months.
National

38096 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 38096 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

38096 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 38096 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Redding

1100 - 1600 USD /month

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