Political Science Degree

The political science program at Claremont McKenna College prepares students for careers in federal, state, and local governments, as well as law, business, international organizations, nonprofit associations, campaign management and polling, journalism, electoral politics, and more. The program focuses the systematic study of political institutions and behavior. Program courses include: political philosophy, political theory, comparative government and politics, political parties and interest groups, public opinion, political research methods, studies of political institutions and processes. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer political science degrees.

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Claremont McKenna College

150 E Tenth St, Claremont, CA

Claremont McKenna College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Claremont, CA, which is a predominantly suburban area. Claremont McKenna College has a yearly student enrollment of about 1,300.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Social Sciences
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Natural Resources And Conservation

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. The majority of students admitted to this school have an SAT score in a range of 1940 to 2210, or an ACT score between 29 to 32. Competition runs high for admissions, given that only 10 percent of students who applied are admitted to the school. More information regarding admissions can be found through the school's portal or by requesting information here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $46,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $8,000. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Claremont McKenna College through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website.

Students Enrolled in the Political Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Claremont McKenna College offers a bachelor's degree program in political science.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Political Scientists

Description

Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decision-making, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, political scientists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.3% from 2014 to 2024

Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in political science, international affairs, and international relations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).