Overview

Within the Department of Sociology and Political Science, the program of political science has the primary mission of offering a strong academic program in political science and providing students with a quality liberal arts education that prepares them for a rapidly changing world and a variety of work and post-graduate educational possibilities.

Recognizing that we live in an increasingly technological world, we seek to incorporate technological expertise and appreciation of human diversity into our courses. Students are educated not only to master a diverse body of knowledge but also to think critically, analyze data and clearly communicate what they know and discover.

About Political Science at Tech

The department offers a political science major with two options: general political science and political science with a concentration in legal studies.

The Political Science program within the Department of Sociology and Political Science at Tennessee Tech University offers a variety of academic courses, all of which are consistent with the missions of the University and the College of Arts and Sciences in the areas of instruction, research, technology, and service.

Political Science Curriculum

The Political Science curriculum is informally divided into the following subfields:

American Government
Public Law
International Relations
Comparative politics
Political theory

State and Local Government

Major Options

Political Science, General Track
Political Science, Legal Studies Concentration

Programme Structure

Courses:

Data Analysis
Cybersecurity and Privacy
Constitutional Law I: Struggle for Federal Powers and Accountability
Public Law
Mock Trial
Legal Research and Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cookeville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the non-refundable application and pay the app fee
Submit your high school diploma or high school transcripts - original or certified copy.
All international applicants are required to submit adequate evidence of financial support (or affidavits) to cover the cost of attendance for at least one full year of studies
Submit your Passport and Bank Documents for your visa
Proof of English proficiency
Submit health forms
3.0 high school GPA

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

26334 USD / year

≈ 26334 USD / year
Out-of-State

14670 USD / year

≈ 14670 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10470 USD / year

≈ 10470 USD / year

Living costs

Cookeville

United States

1040 - 1933 USD / month

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

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Overview

About Political Science at Tech

Political Science Curriculum

Major Options

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Cookeville

Funding

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