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BA in Political Science
BA
Political Science
On Campus
# BA Political Science
Whether your goal is to work on a presidential campaign, champion international relationships, promote social justice or run a nonprofit organization, understanding the many facets of political science is essential to making real change in the world.
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## Undergraduate Open House
## Program Overview
Political science major Ali Munshi ’18 listens to a lecture at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace building by an expert on nuclear arms control in Washington, D.C.
## Your Experience
From strategic messaging to behind-the-scenes access to the legislative process, the political system relies on the expertise of individuals who are committed to public service. Working towards social justice, transformative alternatives and critical thinking equally require the development of skills and bits of knowledge that enable us to become engaged in our worlds. We’ll prepare you for a career in government, journalism, law, the nonprofit sector or social justice endeavors.
You’ll learn how to analyze policy, power relations, struggles, issues of injustice, historical connections, the workings of governments and politics in general. You’ll also learn how to challenge the status quo and address complex issues including systemic racism, different forms of discrimination, diverse experiences of marginalization and multiple alternatives of social justice. Our program emphasizes hands-on learning, so you’ll experience politics through internships with congressional campaigns, lobbying firms, Non-Governmental Organizations and more. You’ll also have the opportunity to study in the nation’s capital with our Quinnipiac University in Washington, D.C. (QU in DC) program.
With access to Quinnipiac’s Albert Schweitzer Institute, you’ll attend programs and lectures featuring global leaders, including Nobel Peace laureates and former U.S. presidents. Some of our recent political science graduates work as political reporters in Washington, staff members for the U.S. Department of State, staff members for members of Congress and state legislators, lobbyists and lead nonprofit agencies on issues of immigration.
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## Program Statistics
### 100% Success Rate
Percentage of our 2023 program graduates who are either employed or pursuing graduate study six months after graduation (79.3% Knowledge Rate).
### $128K Well Compensated
Median annual wage for political science occupations with a master's degree is $128,020. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023)
### +6% In Demand
The projected percentage change in employment from 2021 to 2031 for political science jobs. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2022)
## New Hampshire Primary 2024
Nineteen Quinnipiac students spent the six days leading up to the January 23 New Hampshire primary traveling throughout granite state to a variety of campaign events and the opportunity to interact directly with the presidential hopefuls for the 2024 election.
###### Read more on Quinnipiac Today
Quinnipiac University students gather to support Jamie Setzler ’25 as she casts her vote in the 2024 primary at New Boston Central School in New Boston, New Hampshire.
Aidan Truckenbrod ’25 and Isabella Pyontek ’25 observe various political memorabilia while touring the New Hampshire Institute of Politics.
As the New Hampshire presidential primary kicked into full swing over the weekend, the teams attended a variety of events for candidates of both parties including Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis, Marianne Williamson, Dean Phillips and Donald Trump.
Students conducted interviews with the bank of political reporters at each event, exercising their political knowledge and offering educated opinions on controversial topics.
Allison Garner ’26 gets interviewed by WCVB Boston News while attending a rally at MaryAnn's diner in New Hampshire.
For Zoe McLaughlin ’25, the experience provided an opportunity to listen and observe both sides of the political race and reflect on the multiple ways supporters of both parties share more similarities than differences.
Join Allison Garner ’26 as she takes you on a day in her life as a political science student at the 2024 New Hampshire Primary.
## Quinnipiac University in Washington, D.C.
There is no better place for political science majors to live and learn than in Washington, D.C., and the Quinnipiac University in Washington, D.C., program (QU in DC) places them in the very heart of our nation’s capital, where American politics and political news converge. QU in DC gives students the opportunity to complete powerful internships at prominent political and media organizations, learn from industry veterans and experience the culture of some of the district’s most vibrant and diverse neighborhoods.
## Ambar Unleashed
## In Their Words
### Sevina Jackson ’19
#### QU in DC
“Attending The Washington Center seminar was an experience that I will never forget, and I encourage all majors to attend if they can. I was surrounded by people of different ideologies who made me challenge my own beliefs and expanded my knowledge. It was an experience I do not believe I could have gotten from any other program.”
## Internship Opportunities
Changes in the political landscape often occur at hyperspeed, and your education helps you understand the impact of these changes. In our Political Science program, you’ll learn by doing. Through well-placed internships, you will gain knowledge and experience from leaders in areas that influence international organizations, global security and foreign policy. From political campaigns, lobbying groups, government councils and commissions, you will have the opportunity to chart your direction. You’ll build industry skills on campus while gaining industry experience through internships at some of the most respected organizations in politics.
## Internships include:
* Human Rights Campaign (DC)
* U.S. Marshals Service (DC)
* U.S. Secret Service (DC)
* Town of Hamden – Mayor’s Office
* Town of Hamden – Community and Economic Development
* INTERPOL (DC)
* Human Rights Watch (London)
* Integrated Refugee and Immigrant Services (IRIS) – (New Haven)
* National Public Radio (DC)
* National Association of State Foresters (DC)
* Connecticut Senate Democrats (CT Capitol)
* Office of Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (DC)
* Shirley & Banister Public Affairs (Lobbying Firm in DC)
* Potomac Advocates (DC – foreign policy advocacy)
* Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (DC)
* D.C. Witness (online newspaper in DC)
* World War I Centennial Commission (DC)
* Sullivan and LeShane Lobbying Firm (Hartford CT)
* Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (DC)
* Council on Foreign Relations (DC)
* Congressional Chorus (DC)
* Chwat Group – (Lobbying in DC)
## Experience a Day in the Life
Follow Josh Gorero ‘21, a political science major, as he takes you on the campaign trail and shows you what it’s like to work on the Andrew Yang presidential campaign for the New Hampshire primary.
Are you interested in pursuing a degree in political science? Join Ryan Hagerman ’25 as he shows you what his day is like as a political science major, and how he is involved on campus.
Are you interested in pursuing a degree in political science or economics? Join Paul Cappuzzo ’23 as he shows you what his day is like as a political science and economics double major, and how he is involved on campus.
## Career Development
A bachelor's degree in political science can be useful in a number of career areas. Graduates can work in federal, state and local governments; law; business; international organizations; nonprofit associations and organizations; campaign management and polling; journalism; research; university and college teaching; social movements; Non Governmental Organizations; advocacy and more. Political science majors gain administrative skills and communication abilities that are valued in a wide spectrum of potential careers.
With an abundance of career-focused information and resources, the career advisers within the College of Arts & Sciences support students as they expand their professional networks and attract the attention of prestigious employers.
## Careers include:
* Activist, Advocate/Organizer
* Administration, Corporate, Government, Nonprofit, etc.
* Attorney
* Banking Analyst or Executive
* Campaign Operative
* CIA Analyst or Agent
* City Planner
* Congressional Office/Committee Staffer
* Communications Director
* Corporate Analyst
* Corporate Executive
* Customs Officer
* Entrepreneur
* Federal Government Analyst
* Foreign Service Officer
* Information Manager
* Intelligence Officer
* Journalist
* Legislative Analyst/Coordinator
* Lobbyist
* Policy Analyst
* Political Commentator
* Public Affairs Research Analyst
* State Legislator
* Systems Analyst
* Teacher
* University Administrator
* Urban Policy Planner
## Enhance your learning with a related minor
[### Social Media Strategy
**Minor**
Becoming a social media strategist requires more than just familiarity with Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. It requires specific skills in content creation, community management, analytics and digital marketing to build audiences and start meaningful conversations. In this minor, students will explore how to maximize the value of social media across many industries and sectors including marketing, public relations, journalism and communications.
## A fast track to becoming an impactful educator
### Earn your Master of Arts in Teaching with one additional year
Our Dual-Degree BA or BS/MAT programs allow you to gain the hands-on skills needed to thrive in an elementary, secondary or special education classroom. These programs enable you to seamlessly complete both your undergraduate and graduate studies in just five years. Our immersive, hands-on curriculum consists of classes, internships and student teaching experiences to shape you as a leader in education.
## Quinnipiac Today
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