Ellensburg,
WA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Political Science (62 Credits) in Ellensburg United States | Central Washington University
Central Washington University
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Ellensburg United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
23,880
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Political Science examines governance systems, decision-making, human behavior, and societal structures that shape communities and their elements.
American Politics: Analyzes the U.S. political framework, particularly focusing on governing bodies like the executive branch, Congress, and judicial system. This field also explores electoral processes, political organizations, regional governance, advocacy groups, and press influence.
Comparative Politics: Investigates and contrasts political systems worldwide, covering governmental structures, regime types, economic conditions, political evolution, historical contexts, and cultural influences.
International Relations: Explores interactions, disputes, and collaborations between nations and global entities. This encompasses theories of global affairs, defense policies, worldwide economic systems, and international legal frameworks.
Political Theory: Delves into the philosophical principles underlying political systems, analyzing fundamental concepts like equity, liberty, civil rights, and civic participation.
Students can select between a 47-credit primary concentration or a 62-credit intensive program. Those pursuing dual majors or supplementary minors may choose the 47-credit option.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
CWU requires an original, official transcript that shows a complete list of courses taken, grades received, and the number of credits awarded. The transcript should show the date of graduation (if you completed your studies) and any certificates, diplomas, or degrees received. Please note, for some countries, CWU may also need the official certificates and or diplomas of degrees received.
Application processes vary depending on cumulative GPA as outlined below:
Applicants with a 3.00 cumulative GPA or higher who have satisfied the State of Washington CADR requirements will be automatically admitted regardless of ACT or SAT scores. Applicants must still submit ACT or SAT test scores for placement in English and Math courses at CWU. A personal statement is not required.
Applicants with a 2.50-2.99 cumulative GPA who have satisfied the CADR and have a composite ACT score of 19 or combined SAT score of 1050 (or > 550 for Math and English) will be automatically admitted. A personal statement is not required.
Applicants with a 2.50-2.99 cumulative GPA who have satisfied the CADR and have a composite ACT score of < 19 or combined SAT score of < 1050 (or < 530 for Math or <560 for English) will be considered through CWU's comprehensive review process. A personal statement may is required.
Applicants with a cumulative GPA of 2.00-2.49 who have satisfied the CADR will be considered through CWU's comprehensive review process. A personal statement is required.
TOEFL score (525 for paper-based, 195 for computer-based, 71 for internet-based)
IELTS score of 6.0
Application processes vary depending on cumulative GPA as outlined below:
Applicants with a 3.00 cumulative GPA or higher who have satisfied the State of Washington CADR requirements will be automatically admitted regardless of ACT or SAT scores. Applicants must still submit ACT or SAT test scores for placement in English and Math courses at CWU. A personal statement is not required.
Applicants with a 2.50-2.99 cumulative GPA who have satisfied the CADR and have a composite ACT score of 19 or combined SAT score of 1050 (or > 550 for Math and English) will be automatically admitted. A personal statement is not required.
Applicants with a 2.50-2.99 cumulative GPA who have satisfied the CADR and have a composite ACT score of < 19 or combined SAT score of < 1050 (or < 530 for Math or <560 for English) will be considered through CWU's comprehensive review process. A personal statement may is required.
Applicants with a cumulative GPA of 2.00-2.49 who have satisfied the CADR will be considered through CWU's comprehensive review process. A personal statement is required.
TOEFL score (525 for paper-based, 195 for computer-based, 71 for internet-based)
IELTS score of 6.0
Tuition
USD
23,880