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What can I do with a Political Science degree?

According to the American Political Science Association (APSA), a bachelor's degree in political science can lead to exciting careers in federal, state and local governments; law; business; international organizations; nonprofit associations and organizations; campaign management and polling; journalism; precollegiate education; electoral politics; research and university and college teaching.

Political science majors gain analytical skills, administrative competence and communication abilities that are valued in a wide spectrum of potential career areas.

Common Employers for Political Science Graduates 

Career Ideas for Political Science Majors: 

    Politics

     Law

 Government

    Non-Profit

    Media

    Education

Job Opportunity Links

American Political Science Association's Careers in Political Science Resource Page

US Federal Government Jobs

US Senate Jobs

US House of Representatives Jobs

State of Tennessee Jobs

Montgomery County TN Jobs

City of Clarksville TN Jobs

Opportunities in Public Affairs Job Resources

Public Affairs Council Jobs

For more information, check out www.apsanet.org