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Bachelor of Science, Major in Political Science with Concentration in International Politics

Troy University - Troy Campus

USA,Alabama

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 22,050/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50

Application Fee

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USA, Alabama

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1887

Total Students: 16,970 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

600 University Ave, Troy, AL 36082, United States

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Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science, Major in Political Science with Concentration in International Politics

Program Overview

TROY’s political science program is split into two concentrations — American politics and public administration and international politics — that will provide you with critical thinking skills necessary to thrive in the political, commercial, educational and government worlds. This expertise has given graduates opportunities to move into government work in Washington, D.C., go into state or local government and work for political campaigns. This program also provides a great foundation for those planning to pursue law school or another doctoral program, while others focus on developing their writing and research skills to work as journalists or in other enterprises.

Led by a group of committed and experienced faculty members, TROY’s political science department helps prepare students for fulfilling careers in the field they enjoy. Whether you’re dreaming of a future in law, American and world politics, public administration or international relations, these respected faculty members will not only bring expertise to their classrooms, they will also help you build your resume to be competitive when you graduate.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

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

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50

Tuition Fee

CAD 22,050 per year

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

Living Cost in Troy University - Troy Campus

CAD 10,000 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 - 5.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
SAT
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 46.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0

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

Minimum CGPA Required: 50.00 %

Additional Information

Students graduating with a political science degree are qualified to work in the following areas:

Foreign service
Government work
International security
Journalism
Law
Nonprofits
Private-enterprise businesses

Scholarships

Student will be eligible to get the 50% Scholarships on below condition

For Graduate course : 2.5 out of 4.0 GPA
For Undergraduate course : 2.0 out of 4.0 GPA

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.