Degree Title
Bachelor of Arts
Summer A 2025 Start Date:
May 5, 2025
Summer B 2025 Start Date:
June 16, 2025
Overview
Interested in American politics, international affairs, political theory or public policy? FIU Online's Bachelor of Arts in Political Science provides the skills of political analysis and a disciplined education that prepares students for a career in government, the private sector, or graduate study in various fields. Through our curriculum, you'll engage in the analysis of political theories, institutions and processes, while you continue to develop your interest in political participation and public affairs. You'll gain an in-depth understanding of various topics within political science through the study of American government and politics, comparative politics, political theory and international politics. The program allows students the flexibility to tailor the program for general or specialized knowledge within the field of political science.
With FIU Online, you can learn anywhere, anytime. Our interactive technology enables you to watch lectures, get real-time feedback from your instructors, and collaborate with classmates on projects. Plus, we provide you with a personal success coach who will provide you with one-on-one guidance every step of the way.
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Why Apply?
Politics shape our lives—and shape the future. When you study political science, you'll gain insight into the political systems and ideas that affect people and societies around the world. You'll learn about the nature of political power, how government and politics differ in other countries, and the forces that lead to political outcomes. From education to housing to healthcare to military conflict, politics plays an integral role in determining policy and action.
Career Opportunities
FIU Online's BA in Political Science provides graduates with career flexibility. Coursework is designed to help you think analytically, collaborate and communicate clearly and persuasively—essential skills that employers seek. As a social science, political science will expose you to methodologies such as public opinion surveys and statistical analysis. Political science graduates are well prepared for jobs in government service, political research, journalism, public policy analysis, campaign management, advocacy and business consulting. A BA in political science is also an excellent foundation for graduate or law school.
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Courses
For more information on the Bachelor of Arts in Political Science program please visit the FIU Course Catalog. If you would like to view the specific courses related to the program, please use the breadcrumbs on the Course Catalog to go back and select the “Courses” tab.
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Admissions
For more information on the admissions process and how to apply please visit the FIU Admissions website.
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Tuition
We’re thrilled that you’re considering online education and want you to know exactly what to expect for tuition and fees. Education is an investment in your future. Use the following student tuition and fees calculator to determine your costs.
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Top Faculty
Dr. Kathryn DePalo
Kathryn DePalo received her Ph.D. in political science from Florida International University in 2006. Her teaching focus is American politics, including judicial process, gender and politics, and state and local government. Dr. DePalo’s primary research interest is in Florida politics, and she has published on topics such as the effects of term limits in Florida, state judicial selection, and women in state legislative politics.
Dr. Eric Lob
Eric Lob is an assistant professor in the Department of Politics and International Relations at Florida International University. Lob teaches courses on Middle East politics and international relations, the Arab-Israeli conflict, and political violence and revolution. His research focuses on the intersection of development and politics in the Middle East. He holds a Ph.D. from Princeton University’s Department of Near Eastern Studies and an M.A. from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies.
Dr. Sara Moats
Sara Moats holds a Ph.D. from West Virginia University. Her research focuses on American political institutions, organized interests, and international organizations. Specifically, she focuses on the interaction between domestic interest groups and the various levels of government both domestically and internationally. Dr. Moats teaches a variety of American politics courses online including Interest Group Politics, Environmental Politics and American Federalism.
Dr. Marcie Washington
Marcie Washington specializes in peace and conflict and studies and displaced persons and refugee studies, with a particular focus on the manner in which refugees and internally displaced persons influence civil war onset and domestic and regional politics. She received her Master's degree in International Affairs in the College of Social Sciences at Florida State University and her Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from Nova Southeastern University. She teaches Challenges of Refugees and Migrants, Conflict, Security, and Peace Studies, Politics of Development and Underdevelopment, Strategic Studies and National Security, Development of International Relations Thought, and Contemporary Problems in International Relations.
120 Credits Required
235.57 Per Credit Hour (In-State) + Fees
648.87 Per Credit Hour (Out-of-State) + Fees
* Total tuition and fees are subject to change.
Highlights
- Fully online degree
- Every online undergraduate student is paired with a success coach
- Excellent preparation for any career where you interact with people of other cultures and faiths
- Program Starts: Fall, Spring and Summer
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