BACHELOR OF arts IN
Political science

texas a&m university- san antonio

Create Your Career

Start building your career with a degree in Political Science.  The Bachelor’s in Political Science prepares students for careers across a broad range of sectors, from government to business to nonprofits. Graduates of the program will learn from experts in their field and will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge to real-world situations. The Bachelor’s in Political Science at Texas A&M University-San Antonio at RELLIS offers a solid academic training in the formal institutions of government, and in other core areas such as comparative politics, international relations, and political theory.

Program pathway options:

Associate of Arts in Foreign Language

Dual Enrollment

Texas A&M University- San Antonio & Blinn College District

Duration

2-4 Years

Total Credit Hours

120 Hours

Requirements

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Careers And Median Salaries

Political Scientist

$128,020

LAWYER

$135,740

PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALISTS

$67,440

MARKET RESEARCH ANALYST

$68,230

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN POLITICAL SCIENCE

TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY - SAN ANTONIO

Create Your Career

Start building your career with a degree in Political Science.  The Bachelor’s in Political Science prepares students for careers across a broad range of sectors, from government to business to nonprofits. Graduates of the program will learn from experts in their field and will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge to real-world situations. The Bachelor’s in Political Science at Texas A&M University-San Antonio at RELLIS offers a solid academic training in the formal institutions of government, and in other core areas such as comparative politics, international relations, and political theory.

Program pathway options:

Associate of Arts in Foreign Language

Dual Enrollment

Texas A&M University - San Antonio & Blinn College District​

Duration

2 Years

Total Credit Hours

120 Hours

Requirements

View or Download Requirements

Careers And Median Salaries

Political Scientist

$128,020

LAWYER

$135,740

PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALISTS

$67,440

MARKET RESEARCH ANALYST

$68,230

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Think critically regarding political problems, trends, and developments.
  • Ability to communicate effectively. 
  • Strong analytical writing skills. 
  • Knowledge and understanding of fundamental concepts and theories in political science.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Think critically regarding political problems, trends, and developments.
  • Ability to communicate effectively. 
  • Strong analytical writing skills.  
  • Knowledge and understanding of fundamental concepts and theories in political science.

FAQ

Political Scientist, Lawyer, Public Relations Specialist, Market Research Analyst, and more.

There are many associate degree options for this program. Below are suggestions.

Associate of Arts in Foreign Language 

 Terrorism and Conflict Studies, Politics of Truth, Punk Music and the Self

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This program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 7% growth rate in this field.

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