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Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Shorelight Group - Western New England University

USA,Massachusetts

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 46,680/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Aug 2025

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USA, Massachusetts

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1919

Total Students: 3,637 +

Int. Students: 182 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1215 Wilbraham Rd, Springfield, MA 01119, United States

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Scholarships
Student Visa
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Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Program Overview

In today’s ever-changing political landscape, there has never been a greater need for a clear and nuanced understanding of how governments work and the role that citizens play in representative democracy. The Political Science major will prepare you for a variety of rewarding positions in politics, public administration, law, diplomacy, the nonprofit sector, and many other fields. You will be equipped with the analytical tools necessary to understand political processes at work within societies as well as among players in the global community, which will position you to apply your education in countless ways. Should you wish to complete your coursework in three years, another exciting option is the 3+3 Law Program offered in collaboration with our School of Law.

Why choose Political Science?
A degree in Political Science is the first step to a career in a wide range of fields. You can apply your expertise directly through governmental work, advocacy, policy analysis, survey research, journalism, or law, among other career paths.

What will you study
This dynamic major will provide you with an understanding of the complex and important relationship between politics and society. You'll learn the skills necessary to critically evaluate the performance of government institutions and policies, while learning how to analyze diverse, and sometimes conflicting, streams of information concerning politics and policy. You will also gain a detailed understanding of the choices and trade-offs that citizens make as participants in representative democracy. Courses in Comparative Politics, American National Government, Public Policy in America, Political Theory, and International Relations will give you a well-rounded educational foundation on which to build your career. These courses examine dynamic debates such as: Who becomes a terrorist? Is standardized testing a good way to measure student progress? Should campaign spending be considered political speech? Should corporations have the same rights as people? Is the UN effective? How do we safeguard the rights of citizens while still protecting them from harm?

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2024		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
jan 2025		Closed
may 2025		Not Available
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 46,680 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Shorelight Group - Western New England University

CAD 15,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 74
SAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 450.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 100.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Shorelight Group - Western New England University

Under-Graduate Scholarships available for Spring 2025 Intake.
The deadline for the below mentioned scholarships will be until November 30th, 2024.

Year 1	Up to $8,800
Year 2	Up to $8,800
Year 3	Up to $8,800
Year 4	Up to $8,800
Total for 4 years	$35,200

Post-Graduate Scholarships:

Year 1	Up to $4,000
Year 2	Up to $4,000
Total for 2 years	$8000 (applied automatically)

Please note:

1.Scholarships are not automated, the student/ counsellor should request a scholarship over email within 5 business days of deposit payment.
2.The above waivers and scholarships are only available until November 30th 2024.
3.If students are arriving before the move in date, they need to make their own accommodation arrangements.
4.We recommend your students to accept their Offer letters as early as possible and not wait until the last minute due to the anticipated backlog in visa appointment availability.
5.Students cannot enter the U.S. more than 30 days before their I-20 Program Start Date. They could be turned away at the border or future benefits may be denied.
6.Limited Merit scholarships are still available for high achieving students.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.