- The political science bachelor's program allows students to focus on the subjects that interest them most, with upper-level concentrations available in American politics; citizenship; equality and inequality; global politics; law and institutions; political theory; political economy and development; public law; security and statecraft.
- The program has progressed through introductory, concentration, elective, and writing-intensive capstone courses to build a comprehensive understanding of politics in all forms. Start your learning in our three gateway courses on American Politics, Comparative and International Politics, and Political Theory, and then advance through courses that students choose to deepen their understanding of their preferred concentration.
- Students will use tools like historical and institutional analysis, interpretive approaches, and positive hypothesis-testing and modeling to deepen their comprehension of political issues.
- Students may also opt to gain hands-on political experience through a wide range of internship opportunities, including in the New York State Assembly and Senate, and through our Semester in Washington Program.
University At Albany - [SUNY Albany], New York, Albany - Courses & Fees
Albany, New York
University Public CollegeBachelor of Arts [B.A] (Political Science)
4 years
Honours & On Campus
English
Field of Study:
#Ranked 501 out of 1502 by THE Global Ranking 2023
$32,584/Yr
$32,584 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | End Date |
| Regular Application Deadline | Jul 1, 2023 |
| Early Action Application Deadline | Nov 1, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $31145 | $31145 | $31145 | $31145 | $31145 | $31145 | $31145 | $31145 |
| Health Insurance | $1439 | $1439 | $1439 | $1439 | $1439 | $1439 | $1439 | $1439 |
| Total Fees | $32584 | $32584 | $32584 | $32584 | $32584 | $32584 | $32584 | $32584 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| On-Campus Housing | $9280 |
| Meal Plan | $5460 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have a minimum of 120 credits and at least 90 credits in the liberal arts and sciences
- Students must achieve and maintain at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA.
- The students should have completed the General Education Program at the University at Albany
- Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE scores.
Indian Students Eligibility:
- Students should submit required official and complete individual mark skeets for each examination attempt, including subsidiary exams.
- Photocopies of student's mark sheets are accepted only when they are attested by the University Registrar or Controller of Examinations and placed in a sealed, stamped envelope that is sent directly to the Graduate School.
Scores Required
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or GMAT results are not required.
Required Document List
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- Transcripts from all schools attended
- Resume/CV
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of Background and Goals
VISA & Work Study
VISA
International applicants are required to apply for an F-1 or J-1 student Visa. As per the application process of universities in the USA, a student needs to have the following basic documents to procure a US student visa.
- A valid passport that has a validity of a minimum of 6 months after students stay in the country
- Form DS-160 (Nonimmigrant visa application confirmation page)
- Application fee payment Receipt
- Form I-20 if applying for a Student visa (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status)
- Receipt Number on Petition filed by U.S employer (I-129 form) if applying for a work visa.
- Original Marks Sheet or Provisional certificates.
- Evidence of sufficient funds in the bank account to ensure you can survive the duration of course in the USA.
- Score sheet of standardized exams like IELTS (6.0 or equivalent), TOEFL, GMAT, GRE, etc.
- Proof that the candidate will leave the country once the program is completed. A return air ticket to the home country can be evidence of this kind.
Career and Placement after Course
The graduates have careers as:
- attorney, public servant,
- advocate, lobbyist, campaign manager,
- journalist, civilian public relations specialist,
- teacher, and political advisor.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| Chuan Ai Lu Engstrom Memorial Scholarship | $1000 | No | N/A |
| ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | $4000 | Yes | Apr 20, 2023 |
| YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarships | Variable | Yes | Aug 1, 2023 |
| Innovation in Education Scholarship - La Tutors 123 | $500 | Yes | N/A |
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