1. University of Massachusetts Lowell
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  3. Bachelors
  4. BA Political Science

BA Political Science

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Massachusetts Lowell

Program Overview

The Political Science Department at UMass Lowell provides students with the knowledge and skills to engage in the complex realm of national and international politics. The Bachelor of Arts in Political Science consists of 36 to 45 credits of coursework in Political Science, and a Practicum involving 75 to 100 hours of practical experience in politics, law or government. The major begins with an introductory course in American government, comparative politics or international relations, and two classes on the methods and skills of the discipline.

Program Key Stats

$31865 (Annual cost)



57 %

Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Completed Common Application or UMass Lowell Application, High-school Transcript, Personal Essay, Letter of Recommendation, Test scores: ACT, SAT, IELTS, TOEFL

Career Options

  • Law
  • Foreign service
  • Business
  • Military
  • Non-profit organizations and Public service

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