How to Earn a Political Science Degree Online

If you're interested in politics, a political science degree can help you reach career goals in several fields. You can go into politics as a candidate or member of a politician's support staff, or next earn a law degree. You might want to serve in a nonprofit association, or cover the campaign trail and government affairs as a journalist. If your schedule makes it difficult to attend school in person or on a regular schedule, consider earning a political science degree online. With an online degree, you'll receive class instructions, take tests and submit papers via the Internet, using online video, email and messaging systems to communicate with instructors and fellow students at your convenience.

Things You'll Need

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Transcripts from previously attended educational institutions
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Instructions

  1. Walden University

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      Visit the Walden University website.

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      Click on the "B.S. in Political Science and Public Administration" link.

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      Read about the university's general program and learn about its five concentrations, including "Global Issues and Social Justice," "Public Service Through Civic Engagement" and "Law and Legal Studies."

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      Click on the links in the "Learn More" section to find out more about your career options after earning a B.S. in political science, and examine the admission requirements to ensure you can or do qualify. You'll need a high school diploma or equivalent and transcripts from previous educational institutions. Walden requires that you be at least 24 years old, a member of the military or a veteran, or have already earned 90 quarter-hours of college credit.

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      Fill in your name and email address under "Request Information," and then click "Continue" to get details on applying to earn a political science degree online.

    Ashford University

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      Go to the Ashford University website.

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      Click on the "Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government" link.

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      Click on the "Courses" link to learn about introductory courses and major course requirements, which cover subjects such as political behavior, policy development, conflict resolution and international relations.

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      Read the rules of earning an online degree in political science, such as how often you must log in to your online courses each week to meet Ashford University's minimum attendance requirement. Note that Ashford University requires that you have a high school diploma or GED equivalency. You must also be at least 22 years old, or be a graduate of Ashford's Associate of Arts in Business degree program.

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      Click on the "Click Here" link to request more information from the university about earning a degree in political science online.

    Arizona State University

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      Access the Arizona State University website.

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      Click on the "Online Degrees" link, and then click on the "Bachelor of Arts in Political Science" link.

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      Read about courses in political science offered by Arizona State University, including "Government and Politics," "Political Ideologies" and "American National Government."

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      Find out about the degree requirements, such as two years of foreign language study. Also note the rules for prospective students, such as the requirement to have a high school diploma or equivalent, and that you must have your official transcripts sent directly to ASU for evaluation. Be aware of the minimum grade point average you must hold as a resident of Arizona or as a nonresident before applying.

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      Click on "Request Info" to find out more about the program, or click on links to apply for the Fall or Spring semester.

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