Careers in Political Science

Political Science majors follow many paths after receiving their undergraduate degrees. Many apply for admission to law schools throughout the country. Others go on to graduate work in political science or public administration.

With the bachelor's degree, Political Science graduates may find jobs in federal, state, and local government agencies, nonprofit organizations, private industry, self-employment, and teaching. Recent surveys indicate that students who combine university studies with either work or internships in local governmental agencies are more likely than majors without such experience to obtain governmental employment after graduation.

The American Political Science Association website has interesting information on this topic.