Blacksburg,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Political Science in Virginia Beach United States | Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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Virginia Beach United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
34,362
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Political Science program delves into governance, public policy, and political systems across the United States and globally. Learners can customize their studies by choosing concentrations in legal studies, national security, or political theory. The legal studies track emphasizes both American and international legal systems, along with the societal functions of legal professionals. The national security concentration analyzes present and emerging risks to personal, national, and worldwide safety. The political theory pathway explores complex issues surrounding legislation, fairness, liberty, and equity through examining political thought from classical to modern times.
Professional Pathways
Policy Specialist, Legal Counsel, Educator/Academic, Policy Consultant, Research Specialist
Government or NGO Professional at Municipal, State, Federal, Continental, and/or Global Organizations
Security Intelligence Specialist
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
First-year applicants who have attended high school or have been home-educated outside of the U.S. at any point will need to submit their transcript(s) for review.
Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL: 80 or higher with no subsection score less than 16
IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no sub score below 6.5
The Pearson Tests of English (PTE): 59 or higher
Duolingo: 115 or higher
Cambridge Assessment: English score of 176 or higher
SAT: 550 or higher on Evidence-based Reading and Writing
ACT: 24 or higher on English section
IGCSE/GCSE/GCE: A, B, or C, or 6-9 in English First Language or English Language
International Baccalaureate: 5 or higher on English Language and Literature (English A)
Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL: 80 or higher with no subsection score less than 16
IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no sub score below 6.5
The Pearson Tests of English (PTE): 59 or higher
Duolingo: 115 or higher
Cambridge Assessment: English score of 176 or higher
SAT: 550 or higher on Evidence-based Reading and Writing
ACT: 24 or higher on English section
IGCSE/GCSE/GCE: A, B, or C, or 6-9 in English First Language or English Language
International Baccalaureate: 5 or higher on English Language and Literature (English A)
Tuition
USD
34,362