Careers in Political Science

A major in political science is appropriate background for students interested in careers in law, political work for public or private organizations from the local to the national level, as well as careers in: 

  • Business
  • City, town, or regional administration
  • Campaign management
  • Education
  • Elected office
  • Journalism
  • Law
  • Law enforcement
  • Not-for-profit administration
  • Public speaking
  • Special interest advocacy  

The Political Science program teaches a broad, widely applicable skill-set that allows students to market themselves effectively in a range of areas.  It is important to discover what you do best and then learn to use those skills, because employers hire people, not degrees.

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