Overview

The Political Science Online degree from The University of Maine teaches students to think critically about the fundamental theories, principles, institutions, and practices of politics in their social and historical contexts. Coursework explores the four main subfields of the discipline of political science: American Politics, International Relations, Comparative Politics, and Political Theory.

Careers

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of Political Scientists is projected to grow 7% from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations. About 600 openings for political scientists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. The median annual wage for a Political Scientist was $132,350 in May 2023, higher than the median yearly wage for all occupations of $48,060.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

American Politics

International Relations

Comparative Politics

Political Theory

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , National

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Applications received after these deadlines will be considered for admission and scholarship on availability basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Orono, United States

Disciplines

Sociology Public Policy Political Science View 166 other Bachelors in Sociology 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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General requirements

a completed application (either the Mobile Friendly App, ApplyMaine Application, the Common Application, ReActivation Form, or our Certificate Program Application)

an official high school transcript

official college transcripts for all attempted college coursework

a school recommendation (first-year applicants only)

an essay or personal statement (strongly recommended for students applying for Nursing)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36870 USD / year

≈ 36870 USD / year
Out-of-State

36870 USD / year

≈ 36870 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

12720 USD / year

≈ 12720 USD / year

Additional Details

Canadian Resident: $424 NEBHE students: $742

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