Political Science and Government, General

A general program that focuses on the systematic study of political institutions and behavior. Includes instruction in political philosophy, political theory, comparative government and politics, political parties and interest groups, public opinion, political research methods, studies of the government and politics of specific countries, and studies of specific political institutions and processes.

While Political Science and Government, General offers degrees up to the Doctors degree research scholarship, most students earn a Bachelors degree. Students major in Political Science and Government, General all over the country, though the major at the Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years level sees the most graduates in Connecticut. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Political Science and Government, General is $44,500.