What Can I Do With A Major In…
POLITICAL SCIENCE
General Information:
Political Science is the study of government and public policy and of the political behavior of
individuals and groups. It uses both humanistic and scientific perspectives and skills to examine
political systems in the United States, all countries and regions of the world, and international
relations. Political science students understand the dynamic and changing political world in which
we live and its ramifications for our lives. The understanding of how politics work, motivating
factors behind public policy, and the use of public strength to advantage as well as many other
topics are critical to political science. The political science major is designed to expose students to
the philosophical and practical problems of political organization, action, and governance and to
encourage critical thinking about the nature of citizenship, rights, and duties in the modern world.
Options at UCCS include:
General Political Science
American Politics & Public Law
Global Politics
Public Administration
Career Possibilities:
Labor Relations Specialist
Campaign Manager
State Legislator
Diplomat
Reporter/Journalist
Agency Specialist
* May require further education or certification
* Politician
* Law/Lawyer
* Legislative Attorney
Public Service/Public Administration
* Judge
Statistics:
· 2013 Annual median salary of Judges is $129,100; employment is expected to grow 0% by 2020.
· 2013 Annual median salary of Legislators is $58,100; employment is expected to grow 5% by
2020.
· 2013 Annual median salary of Lawyers is $115,400; employment is expected to grow 5% by 2020.
UCCS Clubs:
Go to http://sll.uccs.edu/Clubs and log into Mountain Lion Connect in the top corner for a list of
clubs or contact the SGA Office for more information, 719.255.3470 or studlife@uccs.edu.
For more information:
www.apsanet.org
www.state.gov
www.ipsa.org
www.cato.org
www.uccs.edu/~polisci
politicalsciencecareers.net
Sources:
Occupational Outlook Handbook
www.acinet.org
online.onetcenter.org
http://www.mymajors.com/
www.worldwidelearn.com
www.simplyhired.com