Overview

Political Science from Yeshiva University is dedicated to placing current issues and debates into their broader political and historical context. In addition, the major provides students with the flexibility to incorporate relevant interdisciplinary studies in economics, history and sociology.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Political Science is for undergraduates majoring in political science to be prepared and to be qualified to pursue advanced studies in political science, law, and public policy and/or to pursue employment in various government, law-related fields, and the private sector. These milestones will be achieved by providing courses covering a spectrum of sub-disciplines with political science, so as to provide majors in political science with a comprehensive background in the fundamentals of political science, current disciplinary controversies, and an understanding of political institutions and processes, current issues both US and international, and developing proficiencies in written and oral communication.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Politics

Issues in American Public Policy

Comparative Politics

American Foreign Policy

American Presidency

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-18 00:00:00
Starting 2024-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

History Modern History Political Science View 1561 other Bachelors in Political Science in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Application

$65 Application Fee: Payment can be processed in the personal application portal.

Essay

Resume/Extracurricular Activity List: Please upload a resume or extracurricular activity list that details your extracurricular involvement, internships and work experience at school and in your community.

Standardized Exams: SAT/ACT: The SAT I or ACT is required for any international students applying to the Honors Programs. Yeshiva University does not require the writing section on the SAT or ACT.

English Proficiency Exams

Official High School Transcript

Two Letters of Recommendation

Interview with a YU Admissions Officer

Tuition Fee

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International

46000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 46000 USD per year during 48 months.
National

46000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 46000 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

46000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 46000 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for New York City

1819 - 3968 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Political Science.

Available Scholarships

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