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Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

University of Findlay

USA,Ohio

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 38,176/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 75

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, Ohio

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1882

Total Students: 3,300 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1000 N. Main Street Findlay, OH

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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Program Overview

The political science major at the University of Findlay will expose you to the many areas of study within the political science realm. This major offers you an opportunity to immerse yourself in the major subfields of the discipline.

Political science graduates follow a variety of career paths. For some, our political science major is a stepping stone for law or graduate school. Majoring in political science sets the stage for careers in areas such as:

Foreign affairs
National security agencies
Policy analysis
City management
Political positions
Government careers

The major objective of the program is to provide you with exposure to the many areas of study within the political science realm so that you are prepared to make knowledgeable decisions regarding future career and academic choices. You may also choose to minor in either political science or public administration.

Our program introduces you to the subjects of:

American politics
Comparative politics
International relations
Political theory
Public administration

You will have the opportunity to gain further specialization in one of the areas listed above through advanced course work and directed study with a political science instructor. Also, with one-on-one advising and dedicated faculty, you will receive consistent mentorship and guidance to help you reach your career goals.

Our program has an interdisciplinary curriculum designed to prepare students for successful careers in many diverse areas of political science including business, law, risk management, real estate and civil rights. Many students also choose to develop an individualized program by double-majoring with a complimenting area of study such as business, criminal justice and pre-law. Political science is also offered as a minor.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

21 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

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

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 75

Tuition Fee

CAD 38,176 per year

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

Living Cost in University of Findlay

CAD 13,000 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 - 61
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0

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

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

$14,174 - $23,174 per year(UG)
$8,626 - $13,662 per year(PG

International Student Scholarships
The University of Findlay offers the following scholarships to international students:

You have worked hard in to earn good grades and advance your education. The University of Findlay believes in recognizing that hard work through scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students. Findlay's scholarships are based on your cumulative grade point average and graduate students can earn additional scholarships for earning a good score on the GRE or GMAT tests.

And there is not a separate application process to be awarded a scholarship at Findlay. Scholarships are applied automatically as part of the admittance process.

You can use the chart below to estimate your scholarship based on your GPA and program of study.

Undergraduate Merit Scholarships
Name of Scholarship	G.P.A. Requirement	?Scholarship Amount
Trustee Scholarship	?3.95 or higher	?$21,000 a year/renewable each year
Presidential Scholarship	3.75-3.94	$19,000 a year/renewable each year
Dean's Scholarship	?3.5-3.74	?$17,000 a year/renewable each year
Findlay Award	2.75 - 3.49	$15,000 a year/renewable each year
International Scholar Award	?2.0 - 2.74?	?$12,000 a year/renewable each year??

Graduate Student Scholarships
Graduate Student Scholarship (awarded to all graduate students)	?$1,000
MBA Scholar	$2,000 over course of the program
Master's Environmental, Safety and Health Management Scholarship	$2,000 over course of the program
GRE Scholarship (Awarded for earning a score of 300 or higher on the GRE)	$1,000 over the course of the program
GMAT Scholarship (Awarded for earning a score of 550 or higher on the GMAT)	?$1,000 over the course of the program?

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.