The Political Science Department at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College offers courses in both Federal and State Government. An Associate of Arts Degree with an emphasis in Political Science is designed to prepare students to become active, engaged citizens who are well qualified for government or other work. Government jobs exist at the federal, state, and local levels. Relevant positions are also available in nonprofit organizations and the business sector. Political Science courses at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College also correspond with the requirements to transfer and attain a Bachelor's Degree from a four-year institution. Please see the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College Course Catalog for detailed course information.
Political Science students at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College acquire skills desired by 21st Century employers including:
- The ability to write and speak well
- Innovative problem solving
- A strong sense of ethics and integrity
- Application of practical knowledge
Future Students:
Current Students:
¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ this Program
| Degrees & Certifications | Program Length |
|---|---|
| Associate of Arts Degree | Four Semesters |
What Can This Program Do For You
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Potential Career Paths
- Campaign Worker
- Public Opinion Analyst
- Legislative Assistant
- Media Specialist
- Law Clerk
- Information Resources Specialist
- Government Relations Specialist
- Policy Specialist
- Educator
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Pre-Law
The pre-law area of study at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College is a great first step for students who wish to pursue a Bachelor's Degree in pre-law studies, history, or political science. Upon completion of the pre-law area of study at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College, students are prepared for transfer into pre-law programs at a 4-year institution. A Bachelor's Degree in pre-law is a pre-professional degree leading to law school.
Potential Career Paths:
- Legal Assistant
- Victim's Advocate
- Paralegal
- Attorney
- Judge
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Salary Information
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¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College represents opportunity to me. ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College offers a cost-effective education that is much more intimate than one would receive elsewhere. Lectures are small, allowing my experience to be much more personable. Attending a school that creates an environment of learning and connection is helping me reach my goals as a young adult.
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Meet the Faculty
John Caraway
Professor of History and Government
Abilene Campus
(325) 794-4546
john.caraway@cisco.edu
Randy Golson
Professor of History and Government
Abilene Campus
(325) 794-4563
randy.golson@cisco.edu
Meredith Little
History & Government Professor
¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Campus
meredith.little@cisco.edu
Staci Shupe
Professor of History and Government
Abilene & ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Campuses
325-794-4428 | 254-442-5160
staci.shupe@cisco.edu