Political Science

Explore government, policy and global issues.

Degree: Associate of Arts
Program Type: Transfer Degree
Pathway: Social Science
Additional Program Option: Hybrid
Credits: 64

Change the world

Political Science teaches students to interpret and experience the world around them. Communication, thinking for yourself and problem-solving are the core of this program.

Program sheet

Community minded

Our Political Science degree offers a diverse education, including literature, philosophy, history, economics, fine arts, theater and psychology. Electives in the arts, foreign languages and theater enhance your learning experience.

A student laughs during a discussion in a Political Science class.

Next steps

Students choose from a variety of courses. Advisors and instructors work with graduates to achieve their goals as they transfer. Popular transfer institutions include: University at Albany | SUNY Plattsburgh | SUNY Potsdam | Siena College

Marrying interests

��Ĵ�ý alum Andrew McMahon is seen on Glen Street in downtown Glens Falls.

I had always been interested in history, but the way Professor Johnston explained politics as being the levers of power and resources and deciding who gets what and why — I thought, 'Political science is a way to marry my hobby and interest in history with a career in public service.'"

Andrew McCarthy Budget examiner for New York State Division of the Budget 2016

Careers in Political Science

SUNY ADK advantage

$208k

average salary

of lawyers in New York state

$137k

average salary

of political scientists in New York state

projected job growth

for political scientists through 2032, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Learning outcomes

Develop sufficient background in a political science discipline to qualify for upper-level study.
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge needed to think critically.
Employ effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Articulate the presence and influence of diversity within societies such as the United States and those in Western Europe, as well as throughout the world.
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge related to personal health and fitness, lifelong sports and recreational wellness.
Examine expression and the creative process in one or more of the areas of humanities.
Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method.
Identify basic factors relevant to the analysis of human behavior.

Our professors

Wendy Johnston

Associate professor of Political Science; Chair of Social Science Division
��Ĵ�ý delegate to the Faculty Council of Community Colleges; chair of the Faculty Council Governance Committee

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