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There are 1,184 US political science schools. These schools offer political science certificates and degrees at both the undergraduate and the graduate level. A program in political science prepares students for careers as political scientists. Students will study subjects such as law and government, philosophy, English, and sociology.

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There are currently 1,184 institutions offering political science in the United States. 1,073 institutions offer bachelor's level political science degrees and 210 institutions offer degrees at the graduate level in political science.

Typically, a degree in political science at the bachelor's level requires 4 to 5 years of coursework and may be a Bachelor of Science degree, a Bachelor degree, or a Bachelor of Professional Studies degree depending on the institution. Around 4% of political science students at the undergraduate level seek masters level degrees, while approximately 1% of students seek doctoral level degrees. Students can seek graduate level political science degrees such as Master of Liberal Studies degrees, Doctor of Philosophy degrees, and Master of Political Management degrees.

Political Science Program Completions 2006 - 2010

On average, 47,524 students graduate from political science programs per year. More specifically, 200 students graduated with political science certificates, 289 with an associate's level degree, 43,923 with a bachelor's level degree, 2,164 with a degree at the master's level, and 747 with a degree at the doctorate level.

Political Science Program Completions 2006 - 2010

Certificate 2006: 132
Certificate 2007: 130
Certificate 2008: 185
Certificate 2009: 135
Certificate 2010: 200
Associate 2006: 195
Associate 2007: 190
Associate 2008: 239
Associate 2009: 253
Associate 2010: 289
Bachelor 2006: 43943
Bachelor 2007: 44448
Bachelor 2008: 44559
Bachelor 2009: 43517
Bachelor 2010: 43923
Master 2006: 2023
Master 2007: 2053
Master 2008: 2098
Master 2009: 2120
Master 2010: 2164
Doctorate 2006: 650
Doctorate 2007: 616
Doctorate 2008: 645
Doctorate 2009: 710
Doctorate 2010: 747

Career Trends

Political Scientists — Salary by Percentile

10th Percentile: 48720
25th Percentile: 71800
Median: 107420
75th Percentile: 136770
90th Percentile: 155490

Career Trends

Political Scientists — Employment Trend

Median Salary 2006: 90140
Median Salary 2007: 91580
Median Salary 2008: 104130
Median Salary 2009: 104090
Median Salary 2010: 107420
Total Employed 2006: 3970
Total Employed 2007: 3940
Total Employed 2008: 3530
Total Employed 2009: 3970
Total Employed 2010: 4470

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There are an estimated 56 online political science schools in the US. These schools offer students online political science degrees at the following degree levels:

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students may pursue political science credentials through one of 119 online political science programs offered at these online political science schools. A reported 30001 online political science school graduates passed out of these programs in 2010. Online Political Science Schools

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1. California State University - Fresno

5241 N Maple Ave
Fresno, CA 93740
(559) 278-4240

California State University-Fresno, which is 4.9 miles from the center of the city, is located in Fresno, CA. FSU offers two programs in political science. Specifically, it offers students one bachelor's level political science degree and one master's level degree in political science.

2. Benedictine College

1020 N 2nd St
Atchison, KS 66002-1499
(913) 367-5340

Benedictine College is located in town of Atchison, Kansas and it offers one program in political science. This small school is one of 7 liberal arts colleges in Kansas.

3. Carleton College

One North College Street
Northfield, MN 55057-4001
(507) 222-4000

Carleton College is located in Northfield, MN. It offers two programs in political science. It offers two bachelor's level degrees in political science to students. 2,020 students pursue degrees in 50 programs at this school, overall.

4. Franklin Pierce University

40 University Drive
Rindge, NH 03461-0060
(603) 899-4000

Franklin Pierce University is in Rindge, New Hampshire, where students can enjoy a rural setting. and it offers one program in political science. It is a 4-year institution.

5. The Mansfield University of Pennsylvania

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Mansfield, PA 16933
(570) 662-4000

The Mansfield University of Pennsylvania is in town of Mansfield, Pennsylvania and Mansfield offers one program in political science. Mansfield is a public 4-year institution.

6. Neumann University

One Neumann Drive
Aston, PA 19014-1298
(610) 459-0905

Neumann University offers one program in political science and Neumann is in the suburbs of Aston, Pennsylvania. NU is a 4-year institution.

7. St Olaf College

1520 St Olaf Ave
Northfield, MN 55057-1098
(507) 786-2222

St Olaf College is in town of Northfield, Minnesota and St. Olaf offers one program in political science.

8. Mount St Mary's College

12001 Chalon Rd
Los Angeles, CA 90049-1599
(310) 954-4000

Mount St Mary's College is near Los Angeles, CA and this school offers one program in political science.

9. Randolph-Macon College

204 Henry St
Ashland, VA 23005-5505
(804) 752-7200

Randolph-Macon College offers one program in political science and R-MC is in the suburbs of Ashland, Virginia. Randolph-Macon is one of 23 liberal arts colleges in Virginia.

10. Saint Augustines College

1315 Oakwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27610-2298
(919) 516-4000

Saint Augustines College, which is 1.4 miles from the heart of downtown, is located in Raleigh, NC and this school offers one program in political science. This school is a historically black 4-year institution.

11. Southern University at New Orleans

6400 Press Drive
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 286-5000

Southern University at New Orleans, which is 5.2 miles from the heart of downtown, is located in New Orleans, LA and this school offers one program in political science. This public school is a historically black, public, 4-year institution.

12. The Master's College and Seminary

21726 Placerita Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91321-1200
(661) 259-3540

The Master's College and Seminary is located in the suburbs of Santa Clarita, California and this school offers one political science program. Overall, 1,442 students pursue degrees in 20 programs at TMC.

13. The United States Coast Guard Academy

15 Mohegan Avenue
New London, CT 06320-4195
(860) 444-8444

The United States Coast Guard Academy, which is 1.3 miles from the heart of downtown, is in New London, CT and USCGA offers one political science program. This very small academy is a public 4-year institution.

14. Wayne State College

1111 Main St
Wayne, NE 68787
(402) 375-7000

Wayne State College offers one program in political science and it is located in town of Wayne, Nebraska.

15. Western Oregon University

345 North Monmouth Ave
Monmouth, OR 97361-1394
(503) 838-8000

Western Oregon University offers one political science program and this school is located in Monmouth, OR. This school is a public 4-year institution.

16. Austin College

900 N Grand Ave
Sherman, TX 75090-4400
(903) 813-2000

Austin College, which is 1.2 miles from the heart of downtown, is in Sherman, TX and it offers one program in political science. 1,314 students pursue degrees in 31 Austin College programs, overall.

17. Bellarmine University

2001 Newburg Rd
Louisville, KY 40205-0671
(502) 272-8000

Bellarmine University offers one political science program and this school, which is near the heart of downtown, is located in Louisville, KY. Bellarmine is a 4-year institution.

18. Central College

812 University
Pella, IA 50219
(877) 462-3687

Central College is located in town of Pella, Iowa and it offers one political science program. 1,648 students pursue degrees in 37 programs at this liberal arts college, overall.

19. Central State University

1400 Brush Row Rd
Wilberforce, OH 45384-1004
(937) 376-6011

Central State University, which is very close to Wilberforce, Ohio, is in a rural area and Central State offers one program in political science.

20. Gettysburg College

300 N Washington St
Gettysburg, PA 17325-1486
(717) 337-6000

Gettysburg College offers one program in political science and it is in Gettysburg, PA. It is one of 43 liberal arts colleges in Pennsylvania.

21. Gustavus Adolphus College

800 West College Avenue
St. Peter, MN 56082-1498
(507) 933-8000

Gustavus Adolphus College is in town of St. Peter, Minnesota and it offers one political science program. 2,455 students seek degrees in 39 Gustavus Adolphus College programs, overall.

22. Hartwick College

One Hartwick Drive
Oneonta, NY 13820-4020
(607) 431-4000

Hartwick College is located in Oneonta, NY and it offers one political science program. This liberal arts college is a 4-year institution.

23. Los Angeles Mission College

13356 Eldridge Avenue
Sylmar, CA 91342-3245
(818) 364-7600

Los Angeles Mission College offers one program in political science and this college, which is near the heart of downtown, is located in Sylmar, CA. It is one of 98 community colleges in California.

24. Saint Marys College of California

1928 Saint Marys Road
Moraga, CA 94556
(925) 631-4000

Saint Marys College of California offers one program in political science and SMC is located in the suburbs of Moraga, California. Overall, 3,917 students pursue degrees in 56 programs at this mid-sized school.

25. St Andrews Presbyterian College

1700 Dogwood Mile
Laurinburg, NC 28352
(910) 277-5000

St Andrews Presbyterian College is located in Laurinburg, NC and St. Andrews offers one program in political science. Overall, 441 students seek degrees in 23 programs at St. Andrews.

26. Tougaloo College

500 W County Line Rd
Tougaloo, MS 39174
(601) 977-7700

Tougaloo College offers one political science program and it is located in the center of Tougaloo. 918 students seek degrees in 20 programs at this liberal arts college, overall.

27. Transylvania University

300 N Broadway
Lexington, KY 40508-1797
(859) 233-8300

Transylvania University is located in the center of Lexington and this school offers one program in political science. This school is one of 15 liberal arts colleges in Kentucky.

28. The University of South Carolina - Aiken

471 University Pkwy
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 648-6851

The University of South Carolina-Aiken offers one political science program and it is located in the suburbs of Aiken, South Carolina.

29. The University of South Florida - St. Petersburg

140 Seventh Ave S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-9807
(727) 873-4873

The University of South Florida-St. Petersburg offers one program in political science and this school, which is near the center of the city, is located in St. Petersburg, FL.

30. Urbana University

579 College Way
Urbana, OH 43078-2091
(937) 484-1301

Urbana University is located in town of Urbana, Ohio and this school offers one program in political science. Urbana is one of 23 liberal arts colleges in Ohio.

31. The Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

1837 University Circle
Cheyney, PA 19319-0200
(610) 399-2000

The Cheyney University of Pennsylvania is located in the suburbs of Cheyney, Pennsylvania and this school offers one program in political science. It is one of 88 public post-secondary institutions in Pennsylvania.

32. Drew University

36 Madison Ave
Madison, NJ 7940
(973) 408-3000

Drew University is in the suburbs of Madison, New Jersey and Drew offers one political science program. Overall, 2,697 students pursue degrees in 31 programs at this school.

33. North Georgia College & State University

82 College Circle
Dahlonega, GA 30597-1001
(706) 864-1400

North Georgia College & State University Offers one political science program and MGCSU is located in Dahlonega, GA. Overall, 5,912 students seek degrees in 29 programs at this school.

34. Ripon College

300 Seward St
Ripon, WI 54971-0248
(920) 748-8115

Ripon College is located in Ripon, WI and it offers one program in political science.

35. Rockford College

5050 E State St
Rockford, IL 61108-2311
(815) 226-4050

Rockford College offers one political science program and Rockford, which is 3.9 miles from the center of the city, is located in Rockford, IL. Overall, 1,330 students seek degrees in 36 Rockford programs.

36. The Seward County Community College and Area Technical School

1801 N. Kansas Ave.
Liberal, KS 67901
(620) 624-1951

The Seward County Community College and Area Technical School is in Liberal, Kansas, where students can enjoy a rural setting. and it offers one political science program.

37. Shaw University

118 East South Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 546-8200

Shaw University is located in the center of Raleigh and this school offers one political science program.

38. The University of Hawaii at Hilo

200 W Kawili St
Hilo, HI 96720-4091
(800) 897-4456

The University of Hawaii at Hilo is in town of Hilo, Hawaii and this school offers one program in political science.

39. The University of the Ozarks

415 N College Ave
Clarksville, AR 72830
(479) 979-1000

The University of the Ozarks is in town of Clarksville, Arkansas and this school offers one political science program. It is a 4-year institution.

40. The University of Wisconsin - River Falls

410 S 3rd St
River Falls, WI 54022-5001
(715) 425-3913

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is located in River Falls, WI and UW-RIver Falls offers one political science program. Overall, 6,902 students seek degrees in 46 programs at this medium-sized school.

41. Walsh University

2020 East Maple St
North Canton, OH 44720-3396
(330) 499-7090

Walsh University is in the suburbs of North Canton, Ohio and it offers one political science program. It is a 4-year institution.

42. Westfield State University

577 Western Ave
Westfield, MA 01086-1630
(413) 572-5300

Westfield State University is in the suburbs of Westfield, Massachusetts and Westfield State offers one program in political science.

43. Augusta State University

2500 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30904-2200
(706) 737-1405

Augusta State University, which is 0.8 miles from the heart of downtown, is in Augusta, GA and this school offers one political science program. This mid-sized school is one of 66 public post-secondary institutions in Georgia.

44. Bloomfield College

467 Franklin St
Bloomfield, NJ 7003
(973) 748-9000

Bloomfield College is in the suburbs of Bloomfield, New Jersey and BC offers one program in political science. This school is one of 5 liberal arts colleges in New Jersey.

45. Centenary College

400 Jefferson St
Hackettstown, NJ 7840
(908) 852-1400

Centenary College offers one program in political science and it is located in the suburbs of Hackettstown, New Jersey.

46. Claremont McKenna College

500 E 9th St
Claremont, CA 91711-6400
(909) 621-8000

Claremont McKenna College is located in the suburbs of Claremont, California and it offers one political science program. It is one of 26 liberal arts colleges in California.

47. Earlham College

801 National Rd West
Richmond, IN 47374-4095
(765) 983-1200

Earlham College is located in town of Richmond, Indiana and it offers one program in political science.

48. Goucher College

1021 Dulaney Valley Rd
Baltimore, MD 21204-2794
(410) 337-6000

Goucher College offers one program in political science and this school, which is near the heart of downtown, is in Baltimore, MD. It is one of 9 liberal arts colleges in Maryland.

49. Hood College

401 Rosemont Ave
Frederick, MD 21701
(301) 663-3131

Hood College, which is 0.6 miles from the center of the city, is in Frederick, MD and Hood offers one political science program. Overall, 2,447 students seek degrees in 29 Hood College programs.

50. Marymount Manhattan College

221 E 71st St
New York, NY 10021-4597
(212) 517-0400

Marymount Manhattan College, which is 4.5 miles from the heart of downtown, is in New York, NY and MMC offers one political science program. This school is a 4-year institution.

51. Missouri Valley College

500 E College St
Marshall, MO 65340
(660) 831-4000

Missouri Valley College offers one program in political science and it is in Marshall, MO. This liberal arts college is one of 13 liberal arts colleges in Missouri.

52. Roanoke College

221 College Lane
Salem, VA 24153-3794
(540) 375-2500

Roanoke College is in the suburbs of Salem, Virginia and it offers one political science program.

53. Saint Martin's University

5300 Pacific Ave SE
Lacey, WA 98503-7500
(360) 491-4700

Saint Martin's University is in the suburbs of Lacey, Washington and this school offers one program in political science. 1,811 students pursue degrees in 22 Saint Martin's programs, overall.

54. Skidmore College

815 N Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 580-5000

Skidmore College is in the suburbs of Saratoga Springs, New York and this school offers one program in political science. Skidmore is one of 47 liberal arts colleges in New York.

55. The University of La Verne

1950 Third St
La Verne, CA 91750-4401
(909) 593-3511x4900

The University of La Verne is in the suburbs of La Verne, California and it offers one program in political science.

56. The University of Saint Mary

4100 S 4th St Trafficway
Leavenworth, KS 66048-5082
(913) 682-5151

The University of Saint Mary is in Leavenworth, KS and it offers one political science program. USM is a 4-year institution.

57. Wofford College

429 N Church St
Spartanburg, SC 29303-3663
(864) 597-4000

Wofford College offers one political science program and this school, which is 0.6 miles from the center of the city, is in Spartanburg, SC. 1,541 students seek degrees in 28 Wofford programs, overall.

58. Baker University

618 Eighth Street
Baldwin City, KS 66006-0065
(800) 873-4282

Baker University is located in town of Baldwin City, Kansas and it offers one political science program. This liberal arts college is a 4-year institution.

59. The Bennett College for Women

900 E Washington St
Greensboro, NC 27401-3239
(336) 517-2100

The Bennett College for Women, which is near the center of the city, is located in Greensboro, NC and it offers one political science program.

60. The College of Western Idaho

5500 East Opportunity Drive
Nampa, ID 83687
(208) 562-3000

The College of Western Idaho, which is only a few miles from Nampa, is in a rural setting and this college offers one program in political science.

61. Doane College - Crete

1014 Boswell Avenue
Crete, NE 68333
(402) 826-2161

Doane College-Crete is in town of Crete, Nebraska and this school offers one program in political science. It is a 4-year institution.

62. Notre Dame College

4545 College Rd
Cleveland, OH 44121-4293
(216) 381-1680

Notre Dame College offers one political science program and this school is in the suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio. Notre Dame is a 4-year institution.

63. Ohio Dominican University

1216 Sunbury Road
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 253-2741

Ohio Dominican University, which is near the heart of downtown, is in Columbus, OH and it offers one program in political science. It is one of 23 liberal arts colleges in Ohio.

64. Pacific University

2043 College Way
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(877) 722-8648

Pacific University offers one program in political science and Pacific is located in the suburbs of Forest Grove, Oregon. It is a 4-year institution.

65. Barnard College

3009 Broadway
New York, NY 10027-6598
(212) 854-5262

Barnard College offers one program in political science and Barnard, which is near the heart of downtown, is in New York, NY. Overall, 2,390 students seek degrees in 61 Barnard programs.

66. Morehouse College

830 Westview Dr SW
Atlanta, GA 30314
(404) 681-2800

Morehouse College, which is 1.6 miles from the center of the city, is located in Atlanta, GA and this school offers one program in political science. It is a historically black 4-year institution.

67. The Queens University of Charlotte

1900 Selwyn Ave
Charlotte, NC 28274-0001
(704) 337-2200

The Queens University of Charlotte offers one political science program and this school, which is 2.7 miles from the center of the city, is located in Charlotte, NC. 2,524 students seek degrees in 31 Queens University of Charlotte programs, overall.

68. Thiel College

75 College Ave
Greenville, PA 16125-2181
(724) 589-2000

Thiel College is located in Greenville, PA and Thiel offers one political science program. TC is one of 43 liberal arts colleges in Pennsylvania.

69. The University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown

450 Schoolhouse Road
Johnstown, PA 15904
(814) 269-7000

The University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is in the suburbs of Johnstown, Pennsylvania and it offers one political science program. 2,965 students pursue degrees in 27 University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown programs, overall.

70. The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma

17th Street and Grand Avenue
Chickasha, OK 73018-5322
(405) 224-3140

The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma offers one program in political science and USAO is in town of Chickasha, Oklahoma. It is one of 4 liberal arts colleges in Oklahoma.

71. The University of South Carolina - Upstate

800 University Way
Spartanburg, SC 29303-4999
(864) 503-5000

The University of South Carolina-Upstate offers one political science program and this school is located in the suburbs of Spartanburg, South Carolina.

72. Washington College

300 Washington Ave
Chestertown, MD 21620-1438
(410) 778-2800

Washington College is in Chestertown, MD and this school offers one political science program.

73. Wheaton College

501 College Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187-5593
(630) 752-5000

Wheaton College is located in the suburbs of Wheaton, Illinois and Wheaton offers one program in political science. This school is one of 26 liberal arts colleges in Illinois.

74. William Jewell College

500 College Hill
Liberty, MO 64068-1896
(816) 781-7700

William Jewell College offers one political science program and it is located in the suburbs of Liberty, Missouri.

75. Colby College

4000 Mayflower Hill Drive
Waterville, ME 04901-8840
(207) 859-4000

Colby College offers one program in political science and it is in Waterville, Maine, where students can enjoy a rural setting. It is one of 9 liberal arts colleges in Maine.

76. Colgate University

13 Oak Dr
Hamilton, NY 13346-1398
(315) 228-1000

Colgate University is in Hamilton, NY and it offers one political science program.

77. Lake Forest College

555 N Sheridan Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045-2399
(847) 234-3100

Lake Forest College is in the suburbs of Lake Forest, Illinois and this school offers one political science program. This small school is one of 26 liberal arts colleges in Illinois.

78. The Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

375 Church St
North Adams, MA 01247-4100
(413) 662-5000

The Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts offers one program in political science and it is in North Adams, MA. It is a public 4-year institution.

79. Ohio Northern University

525 S. Main St
Ada, OH 45810-1599
(419) 772-2000

Ohio Northern University is in Ada, OH and it offers one program in political science. ONU is a 4-year institution.

80. Shepherd University

301 N. King St
Shepherdstown, WV 25443-3210
(304) 876-5000

Shepherd University is located in town of Shepherdstown, West Virginia and it offers one program in political science. Overall, 4,234 students seek degrees in 25 programs at this liberal arts college.

81. Thomas College

180 W River Rd
Waterville, ME 04901-5097
(207) 859-1111

Thomas College offers one program in political science and this school, which is very close to Waterville, Maine, is located in a rural area. Thomas is a 4-year institution.

82. The University of Mount Union

1972 Clark Ave.
Alliance, OH 44601-3993
(800) 992-6682

The University of Mount Union offers one program in political science and it is located in Alliance, OH. Mount is a 4-year institution.

83. Ashland University

401 College Ave
Ashland, OH 44805
(419) 289-4142

Ashland University is located in Ashland, OH and Ashland offers one political science program.

84. Le Moyne-Owen College

807 Walker Ave
Memphis, TN 38126-6595
(901) 435-1000

Le Moyne-Owen College offers one political science program and Le Moyne- Owen, which is 2.2 miles from the heart of downtown, is located in Memphis, TN. This school is a historically black 4-year institution.

85. Manhattanville College

2900 Purchase St
Purchase, NY 10577
(914) 694-2200

Manhattanville College offers one program in political science and Manhattanville is in the suburbs of Purchase, New York.

86. Peace College

15 E Peace St
Raleigh, NC 27604-1194
(919) 508-2000

Peace College offers one program in political science and this school, which is 1.1 miles from the center of the city, is located in Raleigh, NC.

87. The Santa Fe University of Art and Design

1600 St. Michael's Drive
Santa Fe, NM 87505-7634
(505) 473-6011

The Santa Fe University of Art and Design, which is 2.8 miles from the center of the city, is in Santa Fe, NM and it offers one political science program. Overall, 302 students seek degrees in 24 Santa Fe University of Art and Design programs.

88. St Lawrence University

23 Romoda Drive
Canton, NY 13617
(315) 229-5011

St Lawrence University offers one program in political science and it is in Canton, NY. Overall, 2,423 students seek degrees in 33 St. Lawrence programs.

89. SUNY College at Cortland

SUNY Cortland
Cortland, NY 13045-0900
(607) 753-2011

SUNY College at Cortland is in town of Cortland, New York and this school offers one political science program. This school is a public 4-year institution.

90. Virginia Union University

1500 N Lombardy St
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 257-5600

Virginia Union University offers one political science program and this school, which is 1.6 miles from the center of the city, is in Richmond, VA.

91. Willamette University

900 State St
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 370-6300

Willamette University is located in the center of Salem and it offers one political science program. This school is a 4-year institution.

92. Cameron University

2800 Gore Blvd
Lawton, OK 73505
(580) 581-2225

Cameron University, which is near the center of the city, is located in Lawton, OK and this school offers one political science program. It is one of 76 public post-secondary institutions in Oklahoma.

93. Lake Erie College

391 W Washington St
Painesville, OH 44077-3389
(440) 375-7000

Lake Erie College is located in the suburbs of Painesville, Ohio and LEC offers one political science program. 1,216 students seek degrees in 37 LEC programs, overall.

94. Ohio Wesleyan University

61 S Sandusky Street
Delaware, OH 43015-2370
(740) 368-2000

Ohio Wesleyan University is in town of Delaware, Ohio and it offers one program in political science. This school is one of 23 liberal arts colleges in Ohio.

95. California Institute of Technology

1200 E California Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91125
(626) 395-6811

California Institute of Technology, which is 1.3 miles from the center of the city, is in Pasadena, CA and CalTech offers one program in political science. CalTech is one of 28 research universities in California.

96. Millsaps College

1701 N State St
Jackson, MS 39210-0001
(601) 974-1000

Millsaps College offers one political science program and Millsaps, which is 1.6 miles from the heart of downtown, is located in Jackson, MS. It is one of 4 liberal arts colleges in Mississippi.

97. Southwestern University

1001 University Ave
Georgetown, TX 78626
(512) 863-6511

Southwestern University is in town of Georgetown, Texas and Southwestern offers one political science program. This small school is one of 14 liberal arts colleges in Texas.

98. Alma College

614 W Superior
Alma, MI 48801-1599
(989) 463-7111

Alma College is located in town of Alma, Michigan and it offers one political science program.

99. American Jewish University

15600 Mulholland Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90077-1519
(310) 476-9777x539

American Jewish University offers one political science program and AJU is near Los Angeles, CA.

100. California State University - Channel Islands

One University Dr
Camarillo, CA 93012
(805) 437-8400

California State University-Channel Islands, which is very close to Camarillo, California, is located in a rural setting and CSU CI offers one political science program.

Overview

Political Science Program Completions 2006 - 2010

Certificate 2006: 132
Certificate 2007: 130
Certificate 2008: 185
Certificate 2009: 135
Certificate 2010: 200
Associate 2006: 195
Associate 2007: 190
Associate 2008: 239
Associate 2009: 253
Associate 2010: 289
Bachelor 2006: 43943
Bachelor 2007: 44448
Bachelor 2008: 44559
Bachelor 2009: 43517
Bachelor 2010: 43923
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1. California State University - Fresno

5241 N Maple Ave
Fresno, CA 93740
(559) 278-4240

2. Benedictine College

1020 N 2nd St
Atchison, KS 66002-1499
(913) 367-5340

Benedictine College is located in town of Atchison, Kansas and it offers one program in political science. This small school is one of 7 liberal arts colleges in Kansas.

3. Carleton College

One North College Street
Northfield, MN 55057-4001
(507) 222-4000

4. Franklin Pierce University

40 University Drive
Rindge, NH 03461-0060
(603) 899-4000

Franklin Pierce University is in Rindge, New Hampshire, where students can enjoy a rural setting. and it offers one program in political science. It is a 4-year institution.

5. The Mansfield University of Pennsylvania

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Mansfield, PA 16933
(570) 662-4000

The Mansfield University of Pennsylvania is in town of Mansfield, Pennsylvania and Mansfield offers one program in political science. Mansfield is a public 4-year institution.

6. Neumann University

One Neumann Drive
Aston, PA 19014-1298
(610) 459-0905

Neumann University offers one program in political science and Neumann is in the suburbs of Aston, Pennsylvania. NU is a 4-year institution.

7. St Olaf College

1520 St Olaf Ave
Northfield, MN 55057-1098
(507) 786-2222

St Olaf College is in town of Northfield, Minnesota and St. Olaf offers one program in political science.

8. Mount St Mary's College

12001 Chalon Rd
Los Angeles, CA 90049-1599
(310) 954-4000

Mount St Mary's College is near Los Angeles, CA and this school offers one program in political science.

9. Randolph-Macon College

204 Henry St
Ashland, VA 23005-5505
(804) 752-7200

Randolph-Macon College offers one program in political science and R-MC is in the suburbs of Ashland, Virginia. Randolph-Macon is one of 23 liberal arts colleges in Virginia.

10. Saint Augustines College

1315 Oakwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27610-2298
(919) 516-4000

11. Southern University at New Orleans

6400 Press Drive
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 286-5000

12. The Master's College and Seminary

21726 Placerita Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91321-1200
(661) 259-3540

13. The United States Coast Guard Academy

15 Mohegan Avenue
New London, CT 06320-4195
(860) 444-8444

14. Wayne State College

1111 Main St
Wayne, NE 68787
(402) 375-7000

Wayne State College offers one program in political science and it is located in town of Wayne, Nebraska.

15. Western Oregon University

345 North Monmouth Ave
Monmouth, OR 97361-1394
(503) 838-8000

Western Oregon University offers one political science program and this school is located in Monmouth, OR. This school is a public 4-year institution.

16. Austin College

900 N Grand Ave
Sherman, TX 75090-4400
(903) 813-2000

Austin College, which is 1.2 miles from the heart of downtown, is in Sherman, TX and it offers one program in political science. 1,314 students pursue degrees in 31 Austin College programs, overall.

17. Bellarmine University

2001 Newburg Rd
Louisville, KY 40205-0671
(502) 272-8000

Bellarmine University offers one political science program and this school, which is near the heart of downtown, is located in Louisville, KY. Bellarmine is a 4-year institution.

18. Central College

812 University
Pella, IA 50219
(877) 462-3687

Central College is located in town of Pella, Iowa and it offers one political science program. 1,648 students pursue degrees in 37 programs at this liberal arts college, overall.

19. Central State University

1400 Brush Row Rd
Wilberforce, OH 45384-1004
(937) 376-6011

Central State University, which is very close to Wilberforce, Ohio, is in a rural area and Central State offers one program in political science.

20. Gettysburg College

300 N Washington St
Gettysburg, PA 17325-1486
(717) 337-6000

Gettysburg College offers one program in political science and it is in Gettysburg, PA. It is one of 43 liberal arts colleges in Pennsylvania.

21. Gustavus Adolphus College

800 West College Avenue
St. Peter, MN 56082-1498
(507) 933-8000

Gustavus Adolphus College is in town of St. Peter, Minnesota and it offers one political science program. 2,455 students seek degrees in 39 Gustavus Adolphus College programs, overall.

22. Hartwick College

One Hartwick Drive
Oneonta, NY 13820-4020
(607) 431-4000

Hartwick College is located in Oneonta, NY and it offers one political science program. This liberal arts college is a 4-year institution.

23. Los Angeles Mission College

13356 Eldridge Avenue
Sylmar, CA 91342-3245
(818) 364-7600

Los Angeles Mission College offers one program in political science and this college, which is near the heart of downtown, is located in Sylmar, CA. It is one of 98 community colleges in California.

24. Saint Marys College of California

1928 Saint Marys Road
Moraga, CA 94556
(925) 631-4000

25. St Andrews Presbyterian College

1700 Dogwood Mile
Laurinburg, NC 28352
(910) 277-5000

St Andrews Presbyterian College is located in Laurinburg, NC and St. Andrews offers one program in political science. Overall, 441 students seek degrees in 23 programs at St. Andrews.

26. Tougaloo College

500 W County Line Rd
Tougaloo, MS 39174
(601) 977-7700

Tougaloo College offers one political science program and it is located in the center of Tougaloo. 918 students seek degrees in 20 programs at this liberal arts college, overall.

27. Transylvania University

300 N Broadway
Lexington, KY 40508-1797
(859) 233-8300

Transylvania University is located in the center of Lexington and this school offers one program in political science. This school is one of 15 liberal arts colleges in Kentucky.

28. The University of South Carolina - Aiken

471 University Pkwy
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 648-6851

The University of South Carolina-Aiken offers one political science program and it is located in the suburbs of Aiken, South Carolina.

29. The University of South Florida - St. Petersburg

140 Seventh Ave S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-9807
(727) 873-4873

The University of South Florida-St. Petersburg offers one program in political science and this school, which is near the center of the city, is located in St. Petersburg, FL.

30. Urbana University

579 College Way
Urbana, OH 43078-2091
(937) 484-1301

Urbana University is located in town of Urbana, Ohio and this school offers one program in political science. Urbana is one of 23 liberal arts colleges in Ohio.

31. The Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

1837 University Circle
Cheyney, PA 19319-0200
(610) 399-2000

32. Drew University

36 Madison Ave
Madison, NJ 7940
(973) 408-3000

Drew University is in the suburbs of Madison, New Jersey and Drew offers one political science program. Overall, 2,697 students pursue degrees in 31 programs at this school.

33. North Georgia College & State University

82 College Circle
Dahlonega, GA 30597-1001
(706) 864-1400

North Georgia College & State University Offers one political science program and MGCSU is located in Dahlonega, GA. Overall, 5,912 students seek degrees in 29 programs at this school.

34. Ripon College

300 Seward St
Ripon, WI 54971-0248
(920) 748-8115

Ripon College is located in Ripon, WI and it offers one program in political science.

35. Rockford College

5050 E State St
Rockford, IL 61108-2311
(815) 226-4050

36. The Seward County Community College and Area Technical School

1801 N. Kansas Ave.
Liberal, KS 67901
(620) 624-1951

The Seward County Community College and Area Technical School is in Liberal, Kansas, where students can enjoy a rural setting. and it offers one political science program.

37. Shaw University

118 East South Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 546-8200

Shaw University is located in the center of Raleigh and this school offers one political science program.

38. The University of Hawaii at Hilo

200 W Kawili St
Hilo, HI 96720-4091
(800) 897-4456

The University of Hawaii at Hilo is in town of Hilo, Hawaii and this school offers one program in political science.

39. The University of the Ozarks

415 N College Ave
Clarksville, AR 72830
(479) 979-1000

The University of the Ozarks is in town of Clarksville, Arkansas and this school offers one political science program. It is a 4-year institution.

40. The University of Wisconsin - River Falls

410 S 3rd St
River Falls, WI 54022-5001
(715) 425-3913

41. Walsh University

2020 East Maple St
North Canton, OH 44720-3396
(330) 499-7090

Walsh University is in the suburbs of North Canton, Ohio and it offers one political science program. It is a 4-year institution.

42. Westfield State University

577 Western Ave
Westfield, MA 01086-1630
(413) 572-5300

Westfield State University is in the suburbs of Westfield, Massachusetts and Westfield State offers one program in political science.

43. Augusta State University

2500 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30904-2200
(706) 737-1405

44. Bloomfield College

467 Franklin St
Bloomfield, NJ 7003
(973) 748-9000

Bloomfield College is in the suburbs of Bloomfield, New Jersey and BC offers one program in political science. This school is one of 5 liberal arts colleges in New Jersey.

45. Centenary College

400 Jefferson St
Hackettstown, NJ 7840
(908) 852-1400

Centenary College offers one program in political science and it is located in the suburbs of Hackettstown, New Jersey.

46. Claremont McKenna College

500 E 9th St
Claremont, CA 91711-6400
(909) 621-8000

Claremont McKenna College is located in the suburbs of Claremont, California and it offers one political science program. It is one of 26 liberal arts colleges in California.

47. Earlham College

801 National Rd West
Richmond, IN 47374-4095
(765) 983-1200

Earlham College is located in town of Richmond, Indiana and it offers one program in political science.

48. Goucher College

1021 Dulaney Valley Rd
Baltimore, MD 21204-2794
(410) 337-6000

Goucher College offers one program in political science and this school, which is near the heart of downtown, is in Baltimore, MD. It is one of 9 liberal arts colleges in Maryland.

49. Hood College

401 Rosemont Ave
Frederick, MD 21701
(301) 663-3131

Hood College, which is 0.6 miles from the center of the city, is in Frederick, MD and Hood offers one political science program. Overall, 2,447 students seek degrees in 29 Hood College programs.

50. Marymount Manhattan College

221 E 71st St
New York, NY 10021-4597
(212) 517-0400

Marymount Manhattan College, which is 4.5 miles from the heart of downtown, is in New York, NY and MMC offers one political science program. This school is a 4-year institution.

51. Missouri Valley College

500 E College St
Marshall, MO 65340
(660) 831-4000

Missouri Valley College offers one program in political science and it is in Marshall, MO. This liberal arts college is one of 13 liberal arts colleges in Missouri.

52. Roanoke College

221 College Lane
Salem, VA 24153-3794
(540) 375-2500

Roanoke College is in the suburbs of Salem, Virginia and it offers one political science program.

53. Saint Martin's University

5300 Pacific Ave SE
Lacey, WA 98503-7500
(360) 491-4700

Saint Martin's University is in the suburbs of Lacey, Washington and this school offers one program in political science. 1,811 students pursue degrees in 22 Saint Martin's programs, overall.

54. Skidmore College

815 N Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 580-5000

Skidmore College is in the suburbs of Saratoga Springs, New York and this school offers one program in political science. Skidmore is one of 47 liberal arts colleges in New York.

55. The University of La Verne

1950 Third St
La Verne, CA 91750-4401
(909) 593-3511x4900

The University of La Verne is in the suburbs of La Verne, California and it offers one program in political science.

56. The University of Saint Mary

4100 S 4th St Trafficway
Leavenworth, KS 66048-5082
(913) 682-5151

The University of Saint Mary is in Leavenworth, KS and it offers one political science program. USM is a 4-year institution.

57. Wofford College

429 N Church St
Spartanburg, SC 29303-3663
(864) 597-4000

58. Baker University

618 Eighth Street
Baldwin City, KS 66006-0065
(800) 873-4282

Baker University is located in town of Baldwin City, Kansas and it offers one political science program. This liberal arts college is a 4-year institution.

59. The Bennett College for Women

900 E Washington St
Greensboro, NC 27401-3239
(336) 517-2100

The Bennett College for Women, which is near the center of the city, is located in Greensboro, NC and it offers one political science program.

60. The College of Western Idaho

5500 East Opportunity Drive
Nampa, ID 83687
(208) 562-3000

The College of Western Idaho, which is only a few miles from Nampa, is in a rural setting and this college offers one program in political science.

61. Doane College - Crete

1014 Boswell Avenue
Crete, NE 68333
(402) 826-2161

Doane College-Crete is in town of Crete, Nebraska and this school offers one program in political science. It is a 4-year institution.

62. Notre Dame College

4545 College Rd
Cleveland, OH 44121-4293
(216) 381-1680

Notre Dame College offers one political science program and this school is in the suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio. Notre Dame is a 4-year institution.

63. Ohio Dominican University

1216 Sunbury Road
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 253-2741

Ohio Dominican University, which is near the heart of downtown, is in Columbus, OH and it offers one program in political science. It is one of 23 liberal arts colleges in Ohio.

64. Pacific University

2043 College Way
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(877) 722-8648

Pacific University offers one program in political science and Pacific is located in the suburbs of Forest Grove, Oregon. It is a 4-year institution.

65. Barnard College

3009 Broadway
New York, NY 10027-6598
(212) 854-5262

Barnard College offers one program in political science and Barnard, which is near the heart of downtown, is in New York, NY. Overall, 2,390 students seek degrees in 61 Barnard programs.

66. Morehouse College

830 Westview Dr SW
Atlanta, GA 30314
(404) 681-2800

Morehouse College, which is 1.6 miles from the center of the city, is located in Atlanta, GA and this school offers one program in political science. It is a historically black 4-year institution.

67. The Queens University of Charlotte

1900 Selwyn Ave
Charlotte, NC 28274-0001
(704) 337-2200

68. Thiel College

75 College Ave
Greenville, PA 16125-2181
(724) 589-2000

Thiel College is located in Greenville, PA and Thiel offers one political science program. TC is one of 43 liberal arts colleges in Pennsylvania.

69. The University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown

450 Schoolhouse Road
Johnstown, PA 15904
(814) 269-7000

70. The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma

17th Street and Grand Avenue
Chickasha, OK 73018-5322
(405) 224-3140

The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma offers one program in political science and USAO is in town of Chickasha, Oklahoma. It is one of 4 liberal arts colleges in Oklahoma.

71. The University of South Carolina - Upstate

800 University Way
Spartanburg, SC 29303-4999
(864) 503-5000

The University of South Carolina-Upstate offers one political science program and this school is located in the suburbs of Spartanburg, South Carolina.

72. Washington College

300 Washington Ave
Chestertown, MD 21620-1438
(410) 778-2800

Washington College is in Chestertown, MD and this school offers one political science program.

73. Wheaton College

501 College Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187-5593
(630) 752-5000

Wheaton College is located in the suburbs of Wheaton, Illinois and Wheaton offers one program in political science. This school is one of 26 liberal arts colleges in Illinois.

74. William Jewell College

500 College Hill
Liberty, MO 64068-1896
(816) 781-7700

William Jewell College offers one political science program and it is located in the suburbs of Liberty, Missouri.

75. Colby College

4000 Mayflower Hill Drive
Waterville, ME 04901-8840
(207) 859-4000

Colby College offers one program in political science and it is in Waterville, Maine, where students can enjoy a rural setting. It is one of 9 liberal arts colleges in Maine.

76. Colgate University

13 Oak Dr
Hamilton, NY 13346-1398
(315) 228-1000

Colgate University is in Hamilton, NY and it offers one political science program.

77. Lake Forest College

555 N Sheridan Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045-2399
(847) 234-3100

Lake Forest College is in the suburbs of Lake Forest, Illinois and this school offers one political science program. This small school is one of 26 liberal arts colleges in Illinois.

78. The Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

375 Church St
North Adams, MA 01247-4100
(413) 662-5000

The Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts offers one program in political science and it is in North Adams, MA. It is a public 4-year institution.

79. Ohio Northern University

525 S. Main St
Ada, OH 45810-1599
(419) 772-2000

Ohio Northern University is in Ada, OH and it offers one program in political science. ONU is a 4-year institution.

80. Shepherd University

301 N. King St
Shepherdstown, WV 25443-3210
(304) 876-5000

81. Thomas College

180 W River Rd
Waterville, ME 04901-5097
(207) 859-1111

Thomas College offers one program in political science and this school, which is very close to Waterville, Maine, is located in a rural area. Thomas is a 4-year institution.

82. The University of Mount Union

1972 Clark Ave.
Alliance, OH 44601-3993
(800) 992-6682

The University of Mount Union offers one program in political science and it is located in Alliance, OH. Mount is a 4-year institution.

83. Ashland University

401 College Ave
Ashland, OH 44805
(419) 289-4142

Ashland University is located in Ashland, OH and Ashland offers one political science program.

84. Le Moyne-Owen College

807 Walker Ave
Memphis, TN 38126-6595
(901) 435-1000

85. Manhattanville College

2900 Purchase St
Purchase, NY 10577
(914) 694-2200

Manhattanville College offers one program in political science and Manhattanville is in the suburbs of Purchase, New York.

86. Peace College

15 E Peace St
Raleigh, NC 27604-1194
(919) 508-2000

Peace College offers one program in political science and this school, which is 1.1 miles from the center of the city, is located in Raleigh, NC.

87. The Santa Fe University of Art and Design

1600 St. Michael's Drive
Santa Fe, NM 87505-7634
(505) 473-6011

88. St Lawrence University

23 Romoda Drive
Canton, NY 13617
(315) 229-5011

St Lawrence University offers one program in political science and it is in Canton, NY. Overall, 2,423 students seek degrees in 33 St. Lawrence programs.

89. SUNY College at Cortland

SUNY Cortland
Cortland, NY 13045-0900
(607) 753-2011

SUNY College at Cortland is in town of Cortland, New York and this school offers one political science program. This school is a public 4-year institution.

90. Virginia Union University

1500 N Lombardy St
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 257-5600

Virginia Union University offers one political science program and this school, which is 1.6 miles from the center of the city, is in Richmond, VA.

91. Willamette University

900 State St
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 370-6300

Willamette University is located in the center of Salem and it offers one political science program. This school is a 4-year institution.

92. Cameron University

2800 Gore Blvd
Lawton, OK 73505
(580) 581-2225

93. Lake Erie College

391 W Washington St
Painesville, OH 44077-3389
(440) 375-7000

Lake Erie College is located in the suburbs of Painesville, Ohio and LEC offers one political science program. 1,216 students seek degrees in 37 LEC programs, overall.

94. Ohio Wesleyan University

61 S Sandusky Street
Delaware, OH 43015-2370
(740) 368-2000

Ohio Wesleyan University is in town of Delaware, Ohio and it offers one program in political science. This school is one of 23 liberal arts colleges in Ohio.

95. California Institute of Technology

1200 E California Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91125
(626) 395-6811

96. Millsaps College

1701 N State St
Jackson, MS 39210-0001
(601) 974-1000

Millsaps College offers one political science program and Millsaps, which is 1.6 miles from the heart of downtown, is located in Jackson, MS. It is one of 4 liberal arts colleges in Mississippi.

97. Southwestern University

1001 University Ave
Georgetown, TX 78626
(512) 863-6511

Southwestern University is in town of Georgetown, Texas and Southwestern offers one political science program. This small school is one of 14 liberal arts colleges in Texas.

98. Alma College

614 W Superior
Alma, MI 48801-1599
(989) 463-7111

Alma College is located in town of Alma, Michigan and it offers one political science program.

99. American Jewish University

15600 Mulholland Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90077-1519
(310) 476-9777x539

American Jewish University offers one political science program and AJU is near Los Angeles, CA.

100. California State University - Channel Islands

One University Dr
Camarillo, CA 93012
(805) 437-8400

California State University-Channel Islands, which is very close to Camarillo, California, is located in a rural setting and CSU CI offers one political science program.