Political ScienceBachelor of Arts

Political science majors received in-depth political knowledge at the Lynn hosted. 2012 Presidential Debate.

Be a force for change

As a political science major at Lynn University, you'll advance your understanding of political processes, structures and functions at the local, regional, national and global levels. Coursework contains both traditional areas of political science and new emerging ideas. As a student in the political science degree program, you'll study political history and international affairs. You'll learn this on a campus where students represent more than 90 countries, so political science can more easily be understood as a function of the cultural, political and social diversity of the world.

That's not all. You’ll explore areas such as government and leadership, political theories and ideologies, global human rights, public economy and public policy. Plus, with our longstanding collaboration with the Washington Internship Institute in Washington, D.C., you may be eligible for a full-semester internship and integrated coursework in the U.S. capital.

Depending on your goals, you can choose between the American government and politics track or the international relations and politics track.

Political science major information

Get a deep understanding of the political climate, policy and critical issues. Your core classes encompass topics on human behavior, global human rights, and diplomacy and conflict resolution. So, when it's time to graduate with your political science degree, you'll be ready to advance your career or start a new one. Here's more information on what you can expect as a political science major:

  • Gain critical and independent thinking about politics, history and international affairs
  • Learn government and leadership, political theories and ideologies
  • Choose between two tracks to learn international law or American politics

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Deshani Gunathilake
The small class sizes help so much because you get individual attention and the professors know your name. Sometimes I’ll hear my name from across campus and it’s Dr. Watson shouting hello.
Deshani Gunathilake, political science major

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American Government and Politics Track

International Relations and Politics Track

Career opportunities

The topics you learn as a political science major such as policy, international affairs, communication and media prepares you for a lucrative career in a variety of fields and industries in politics.

Political scientist

Political scientists study the nature of political systems in their own nation and abroad. They analyze governments and the latest political trends in order to develop influential policy and forecast the political climate.

Policy advisor

Policy advisors review policies and develop effective strategies that they communicate to their team. They research and analyze policies for schools, medical facilities and government agencies. They can work for large organizations or private firms.

Campaign staffer

Campaign staffers help assemble the teams needed for politicians running for election at the state, local and federal level. They coordinate media plans, engage with voters, and help promote the policies that their candidate advocates for.

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We empower students to utilize all the career preparation resources to find the job they’ve always dreamed of.

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Cost and aid

Estimated annual cost of attendance

Fee name2023–20242024–2025
Tuition$41,200$42,730
Housing and food$13,750$14,330
Materials$500$250
Student services$1,000$1,000
Technology$750$750
Estimated total$57,200$59,060

Costs are based on completion of 120 total credits (30 credits per year). Some programs and courses may have additional costs.

Cost of housing is dependent on residence hall assignment.

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Undergraduate Application deadlines

Fall entry

Early action:

  • Apply by Nov. 15; submit supporting documents by Dec. 1; receive decision by Dec. 15.
  • Apply by Jan. 15; submit supporting documents by Feb. 1; receive decision by Feb. 15.

Regular decision:

  • Apply by March 1; receive decision by March 15.
  • Applications completed after March 1 are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Spring entry

  • Apply by Dec. 1; decisions released on a rolling basis.
  • Applications completed after Dec. 1 are reviewed on a rolling basis.

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I chose Lynn for the softball program, class sizes, the block schedule, and the location! My major is a great first step for going to Law school after my undergraduate degree. I love playing softball, hanging out with my friends, going to the beach and any other athletic activity! After I graduate, I hope to go to law school and eventually become a divorce lawyer!

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Ardsley, New York, Political Science
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