POLITICAL SCIENCE


Political scientists study the political behavior of people and groups.  With a degree in political science, you might run for office, plan a campaign, interview public officials, lobby senators, or report the news.  This degree keeps you busy—and in demand.

An online political science degree program can pay off: political scientists make an average of $86,750 per year.  Some job opportunities available for graduates include:
  • Market researcher
  • Lobbyist
  • Lawyer
  • Politician
  • Political consultant
  • Campaign manager
  • Political correspondent

Bachelor of Arts in Government

Regent University

$50,400.00 Request Information

This online Bachelor of Arts in Government degree program from Regent University has been created to aid students transform themselves into Christian men and women who can critically analyze the many social and political systems that are found in today's world with an air of confidence and clarity.

The goal of this program is to, through the integration of Christian faith, aid individuals to graduate with a vast understanding of both classical and contemporary foundations in moral and philosophical principles that are the core of driving past and present government systems.

Students in this online government degree program will develop an in-depth understanding for the processes that are used in creating and governing societies and reasoning behind those processes.

This online degree program implements the use of blogs, online discussion groups, and Blackboard as methods of maintaining a connection between classmates and their professors.

All applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED.

Accreditation Agency: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges

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Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Management - Political Science

Ashford University

$39,012.00 Request Information

Ashford University's Organizational Management program examines the human side of managing organizations, skill development in communication, group behavior, decision-making, human resource management and ethics. One of the best things about Ashford University's Organizational Management program is the student's ability to customize their degree to fit their professional and educational goals. Students with a background in Political Science can transfer up to 12 credits of Political Science coursework into their Political Science concentration resulting in a dynamic degree comprised of complementing areas.

Students concentrating in Political Science will be acquainted with selected theories, concepts, and methods of the political process including their history and application. Students in this program will combine their Political Science education with organizational skill development in communications, group behavior, decision making, human resource management and ethics, culminating in a well-rounded degree. In addition, Ashford University's transfer policy will allow you to transfer in your Political Science credits no matter when you took them.

Applicants to this program must have a High school diploma or GED, be age 22 or older, have work experience, preferably full-time work experience and meet the writing proficiency standards of the College of External Studies.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Bachelor of Arts in Social Science - Political Science

Ashford University

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Would you like to develop a sound understanding of the society we live in - individuals, families, communities, governments, and cultures - from various perspectives? Then earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social Science (BA/SS) - Political Science degree from Ashford University. This program takes a multidisciplinary approach to social science through different outlooks combined and applied to real world issues.

Students can transfer up to 12 approved credits of Political Science coursework to qualify as an Human Resources Management concentration in the Social Science degree. Students will become acquainted with selected theories, concepts, and methods of the political process including their history and application supplementing their studies in Social Science resulting in a well-rounded degree. Every Students will be glad to know that they can transfer approved credits no matter when they took them so the credits they have already earned will not go unused. Each student that graduates from Ashford with this dynamic degree will enhance their opportunity for promotion within your chosen field.

Applicants to this program must have a High school diploma or GED, be age 22 or older, have work experience, preferably full-time work experience and meet the writing proficiency standards of the College of External Studies.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Bachelor of Political Science

Charter Oak State College

$22,985.00 Request Information

The Bachelor degree in Political Science is a 120-credit degree completion program that can be completed with distance education through online courses. This program is designed for students who already have some experience or college credit. Along with general education requirements, you will also take at least 36 hours of specialized courses to fulfill the concentration in Political Science.

Online courses for the Political Science degree at Charter Oak State College are $165 for a CT resident, and just $235 for non-residents. For degree seeking students, a good idea is the 'Comprehensive Matriculation Program' at $2,720 for residents and $3,760 for non-residents, which covers your annual matriculation fee plus 12 hours of credit to be used within a year. Normal matriculation fees are $985 for residents and $1,300 for non-residents (renewable at $450 and $660, respectively).

There is a $75 application fee, a $40 registration fee, and a $185 graduation fee.

Accreditation Agency: New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education

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Bachelor of Science in Political Science

Ellis University

$55,875.00 Request Information

The online Bachelor of Science (BS) in Political Science from Ellis University offers individuals a degree program that will enable them with a firm understanding of the intellectual, historical and political accomplishments of humankind, and aids them in assuming civic and social responsibility.

This an excellent online political science degree program for any individual who is interested in preparing for public service and policy formation, political careers, and graduate programs in political science, law, and international service.

This political science program offers individuals a curriculum that has been created by industry leaders, and offers students a variety of online political science courses, including:

  • American Government and Politics
  • Comparative Government
  • International Relations
  • Politics and Society and Public Administration

All applicants must have some completed college credits from a qualified institution and a minimum of 3 years work experience.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission

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Master of Professional Studies in Political Management

George Washington University

$40,500.00 Request Information

The online Master of Professional Studies in Political Management degree at George Washington University gives students a full spectrum understanding of campaign management, lobbying and government relations, issues management and advocacy, along with fundraising, corporate and trade association public affairs, polling and strategic research techniques, and political leadership.

Unlike in political theory programs, Students in this online program will learn how to apply your knowledge immediately with hands-on coursework that will boost your political career. With this master's program, studnets will learn the techniques and ethics needed for success in a supportive, non-partisan environment.

All applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.

Accreditation Agency: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education

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