Political Science Degrees for Military and Veterans

Associate Degree in Political Science

At the Associate Degree level, students will learn about the inner workings of local, state, national, and world governments. Students with an Associate Degree in Political Science can easily transition into an entry level career in government employment.

An Associate Degree in Political Science is also great preparation for students seeking to further their education down the road at the bachelor’s and master’s level, including students seeking a career in law, public policy, and politics.

Jobs with an Associate Degree in Political Science

Legal Assistant

Perform a variety of tasks to support lawyers.

Median Annual Salary: $52,000.

Community Association Manager

Take care of the many aspects of residential, commercial, and/or industrial properties.

Median Annual Salary: $56,000.

VA-Approved Colleges with Associate's in Political Science

Ready to start your associate degree in Political Science?  Here are schools offering associate's in Political Science.  Some schools included here have paid for promotional consideration.

The following are VA-approved colleges who are approved for the GI Bill and Tuition Assistance, and offer credit for military service (except where indicated).

Contra Costa College

Offers an Associate in Arts in Political Science. Contra Costa College does not participate in the Yellow Ribbon program.  However, as a community college the tuition does not exceed the GI Bill tuition limit.  As a result, eligible veterans will not have any out-of-pocket costs in pursuing an Associate in Arts in Political Science at Contra Costa College.

Dyersburg State Community College

Offers both an Associate of Arts (AA) and an Associate of Science (AS) degree in Political Science. Dyersburg State Community College does not participate in the Yellow Ribbon program. However, as a community college the tuition does not exceed the GI Bill tuition limit.  As a result, eligible veterans will not have any out-of-pocket costs in pursuing an AA or an AS in Arts in Political Science at Dyersburg State Community College.

Scottsdale Community College

Offers an associate degree in Political Science.  Scottsdale Community College does not participate in the Yellow Ribbon program. However, as a community college the tuition does not exceed the GI Bill tuition limit.  As a result, eligible veterans should not have any out-of-pocket costs in pursuing an AA or an AS in Arts in Political Science at Scottsdale Community College.

For a full list of schools offering associate's degrees in Political Science, please use the CollegeRecon School Finder tool.

Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science

A bachelor’s in Political Science is a great choice for students wanting to enter a variety of careers including:

• Politics
• Journalism
• Business
• Teaching
• Policy Analysts

A bachelor’s in Political Science is also a popular degree for pre-law students, and those seeking career advancement and higher paygrades in government jobs.

Jobs with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science

Legislator

Develop, introduce, or enact laws and statutes at the local, tribal, state, or federal level. Includes only workers in elected positions. Median Annual Salary: $30,000.

Political Correspondent

Work for newspaper, website, or periodical publishers or in television or radio broadcasting and inform the public about news and events.

Median Annual Salary: $46,000.

Adult Basic Education Teacher

Instruct adults in fundamental skills, such as reading and critical thinking. They also help students earn their high school equivalency credential.

Median Annual Salary: $54,000.

Bachelor’s in Political Science Programs for Military and Veterans

Ready to start your bachelor's degree in Political Science?  Here are schools offering bachelor's in Political Science.  Some schools included here have paid for promotional consideration.

The following are VA-approved colleges who are approved for the GI Bill.  They are Yellow Ribbon schools, approved for Tuition Assistance and offer credit for military service (except where indicated).

American University

Offers a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. American University participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.  They do not offer credit for military service.

California University of Pennsylvania

Offers a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. California University of Pennsylvania does not participate in the Yellow Ribbon program.  However, their tuition does not exceed the full GI Bill annual amount, which means eligible veterans should not have any additional out-of-pocket tuition costs.

Michigan State University

Offers a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. Michigan State participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.  They do not offer credit for military service.

Simmons University

Offers a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Public Policy. This school also offers a 3+1 degree option combining a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a Master of Arts in Public Policy (in 4 years). Simmons University participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.  They do not offer credit for military service.

Our Lady of the Lake University

Offers a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Pre-Law and Legal Process. Our Lady of the Lake participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Online Bachelor’s in Political Science Programs for Military & Veterans

The following are VA-approved online colleges offering fully online bachelor's of Political Science programs.  These schools are approved for the GI Bill.  They offer fully online programs which provide flexibility for you to complete your degree.  In addition, they are Yellow Ribbon schools, approved for Tuition Assistance and offer credit for military service (except where indicated).

Eastern Oregon University

Offers a BS/BA in Politics and Economics.  Eastern Oregon University participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Fort Hays State University

Offers a fully online Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Fort Hays State University participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

University of Central Florida Online

Offers a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. The University of Central Florida participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Kansas State University

Offers a fully online bachelor's degree in Political Science. Kansas State University participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Master’s Degree in Political Science

In a graduate level Political Science program, students learn a variety of concepts, theories, and methods necessary to analyze governmental institutions, politics, and related policy. Students explore how politics and government address specific policy issues including:

• war and peace
• poverty
• crime
• education
• energy
• pollution
• intergroup relations

From teaching to government jobs to elected office, a graduate degree in Political Science has many job opportunities.

Jobs with a Master’s Degree in Political Science

Top Executive

Plan strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals.

Median Annual Salary: $105,000.

Political Scientist

Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems.

Median Annual Salary: $122,000.

Master's Degree in Political Science Programs for Military & Veterans

Ready to start your master's degree in Political Science?  Here are schools offering master's in Political Science.  Some schools included here have paid for promotional consideration.

The following are VA-approved colleges who are approved for the GI Bill.  They are Yellow Ribbon schools, approved for Tuition Assistance and offer credit for military service (except where indicated).

American University

Offers a Master of Arts in Political Science. American University participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

George Mason University

Offers a Master of Arts in Political Science. GMU participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Online Master's Degree in Political Science Programs for Military & Veterans

Ready to start your online master's degree in Political Science?  Here are schools offering fully online master's in Political Science.  Some schools included here have paid for promotional consideration.

The following are VA-approved colleges who are approved for the GI Bill.  They are Yellow Ribbon schools, approved for Tuition Assistance and offer credit for military service (except where indicated).

Fort Hays State University

Offers a fully online Master of Liberal Studies with a concentration in Political Science. Fort Hays State University participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

University of West Florida

Offers a fully online Master of Arts in Political Science. UWF participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Kansas State University

Offers a fully online master's in Political Science. Kansas State University participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Doctorate in Political Science

Earning a doctoral degree in Political Science will help advance students to the apex of their educational career. Students can earn a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science and pursue leadership roles in government and politics at the local, state, and national levels. Research and teaching post-secondary students are also popular choices for those earning their PhD.

Jobs with a Doctoral Degree in Political Science:

Policy Analyst (Federal)

Analyze policy at the federal level, requiring significant expertise and experience.

GS-15 Median Annual Salary: $80,000.

Postsecondary Teacher

Teach courses in political science, international affairs, and international relations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Median Annual Salary: $102,000.

Doctoral Degrees in Political Science Programs for Military & Veterans

Ready to start your Doctoral Degree in Political Science? Check out these great programs available at our partner schools:

American University

Offers a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science. American University participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

George Mason University

Offers a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science. GMU participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

*All statistics and calculations from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. For more information click here.

  

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