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Political Scientists

Education

Some entry-level positions for sociologists and political scientists are available to those with a bachelor's degree, but higher degrees are required for the majority of positions. Prospects need good quantitative and qualitative skills.

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Related College Majors

Political Science And Government, General. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $17,411.00 per year

International/Global Studies. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $19,787.00 per year

Political Science And Government, Other. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $21,854.00 per year

American Government And Politics (United States). - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $14,914.00 per year

Military Training

Job training is provided in some specialties. Training length varies by entry requirements and specialty area. Further training occurs on the job. Course content typically includes:

  • Political and cultural awareness
  • Development of foreign area expertise
  • Organization and functions of diplomatic missions

General Qualifications

Sociologists and political scientists need excellent written and oral communication skills to report research findings and to collaborate on research. Successful workers also need intellectual cur...

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Knowledge

  • Law and Government
  • English Language
  • Education and Training
  • History and Archeology
  • Sociology and Anthropology

Most Common Education Levels

The level of education attained by people currently working in this career.

Most Common Education

Schools with the Highest Enrollment for Featured Major

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School
Number of Students
Arizona State University
75,341
University of Minnesota-Twin C...
65,006
Austin Community College District
64,276
Ohio State University-Main Campus
62,807
College of Southern Nevada
59,691
University of Florida
59,614
University of Central Florida
59,360
American River College
57,959
Pima Community College
57,924
Santa Ana College
53,961