Political Science (BA/BS)

Acquire a strong foundation for the career of your choice as you will explore human nature, law, government and politics.

Where It Is Offered
Commerce
Duration 4 years
Total Credit Hours 40 credit hours
Foreign Language BA: 12 foreign language credit hours required | BS: Optional

Knowledgeable Citizenship Begins With You

Aristotle noted that the study of politics was the first science. At A&M-Commerce, the study of politics will give you a deep understanding of the origins and meaning of social and political life, in addition to the personal and social responsibilities that community entails. Through an intensive immersion into areas such as political philosophy, international relations, American politics, and comparative politics you will acquire a strong foundation for the career of your choice or graduate studies. Our enthusiastic faculty are ready to guide you through the next step of your academic journey. Apply today!

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See Yourself Succeed with a Degree In Political Science

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Dedicated Faculty

Learn from our expert faculty and acquire a comprehensive paralegal education while earning a marketable degree.

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An Academic Journey

Gain practical skills like legal analysis and legal writing to assist attorneys and thrive in the legal profession.

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Become a Better Citizen

We empower our students to help their community as part of this noble profession. Each client represents an opportunity to make a difference.

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Career Readiness

Thinking critically and communicating effectively. That's what employers are looking for. The College of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts is dedicated to providing you the knowledge and resources for excelling in the workforce.

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What You will learn

A degree in political science will offer you the opportunity to:

  • Gain critical thinking and communication skills you can use wherever your career takes you
  • Engage in thoughtful and meaningful discussions about human nature, law, government and politics
  • Develop your knowledge base and aptitude for further studies in graduate or law school
  • Fine-tune your research abilities through the study of the scientific method, research design, sampling and probability
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Resources

Check out these helpful outside resources:

American Political Science Association
US Government
Eric Voegelin Institute

Careers

As a political science student, you will be prepared for a variety of career options in both the public and private sector. A bachelor's degree from A&M-Commerce will also give you an advantage should you continue on to graduate or law school.

Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries

Political Scientist
$128,020
Market Research Analyst
$68,230
Public Relations Specialist
$67,440
Lawyer
$135,740
Public Relations and Fundraising Manager
$125,620

US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2022

Featured Courses

The Quest for Order, Justice and Community PSCI 410

The 20th century political philosopher Eric Voegelin once noted that “the order of history is the history of order.” This course examines conceptions of political order and disorder from the earliest human communities through the Middle Ages.

Civil Liberties and Civil Rights PSCI 443

This course focuses on American constitutional law as it relates to the procedural and substantive rights of individuals by examining major decisions of the US Supreme Court.

Revolutions and Revolutionary Movements PSCI 430

A study of major theories of revolutions- their causes, processes and consequences- including close examination of selected cases.

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Course Delivery

Our programs emphasize traditional and emerging areas of study to both support your current interests and encourage you to discover new areas of passion and enrichment.

Student Organizations

A&M-Commerce proudly hosts the Zeta Gamma chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha. In addition to public service projects, the political science honor society provides an outlet for political thought and challenges students to pursue excellence in all parts of their lives. The Zeta Gamma chapter seeks to instill a passion for the political and social realms of our society in their members so they may enlighten and influence our state, nation and world.

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Undergraduate Program Costs

Program Costs

Tuition and fees for undergraduate students taking 12 credit hours are $4,212 for Texas residents and $9,108 for non-residents.

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