Overview

The Political Science major at Houston Christian University has three important aspects that will benefit you:

First, you’ll read some of the greatest thinkers and writers who have influenced our political system. You’ll explore the classic works of ancient thinkers like Plato, Aristotle and Cicero. You’ll see the influence of the Middle Ages by reading Augustine and Aquinas.

Then, you’ll read great books that helped build our nation. These include books written by John Locke, Montesquieu, Blackstone, the Founding Fathers, Tocqueville and many more. By the time you finish our Political Science program, you’ll be well-versed on the big ideas that shaped our country and still influence our political system.

Finally, all of our Political Science major courses are designed to enhance your analytic and communication skills. All of our classes require a substantial amount of reading, writing and discussion. As a Political Science major, we’ll help sharpen your ability to synthesize data, explain complex theories and ideas and communicate effectively. We’ll help prepare you for a career in law, politics, public service or business. The study of Political Science is more than just current events and politics. It’s about formulating a worldview, wanting to be an advocate for change and having the skills to make it happen.

Success Stories from HCU Graduates

Law schools at the University of Texas, Baylor, Emory, William & Mary, and University of Houston
District Attorney- Henderson County
Various Law Firms and Private Law Practices – national and international
Director of Public Policy at ConocoPhillips
Director of Communications, National School Choice Week
Director of Strategy – Polymath Innovations (Social Media Company)
Chief of Staff to Dr. Ben Carson/American Cornerstone Institute

Programme Structure

Courses:

Campaigns and Elections
Comparative Politics
Ancient and Medieval Political Thought
Law and Religion
Political Philosophy
Great American Speeches

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Houston, 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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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

High school transcripts from at least 9th, 10th, and 11th grades. We cannot accept regional test scores, such at WAEC. If our admissions department cannot evaluation the transcript directly, we will ask for a foreign transcript evaluation.
Proof of English proficiency: There are many ways to show your English proficiency, to include Duolingo or English as the language of instruction.
Copy of your passport (valid for 6 months in the future)
Financial documentation

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

38000 USD / year

≈ 38000 USD / year
Out-of-State

38000 USD / year

≈ 38000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

38000 USD / year

≈ 38000 USD / year

Living costs

Houston

United States

1067 - 1950 USD / month

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Houston

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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