Study BA in Political Science at Florida International University - Shorelight in the USA, Social Sciences & Humanities
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What will I learn?

The major in Political Science provides the skills of political analysis and a disciplined education that equips students for a wide variety of careers. The program is designed to: (1) encourage analysis of political theories, institutions, and processes within the broader context of the social sciences (2) develop a continuing and responsible interest in political participation and public affairs (3) provide the opportunity to acquire a fundamental understanding of political science as a basis for citizenship, a career in government or the private sector, or graduate study in various fields. The curriculum exposes students to various topics within Political Science while also allowing reasonable specialization in a student's area of interest.

Which department am I in?

Social Sciences & Humanities

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$21,012.00 per year
Housing - 4050 (Per Semester)
Start date

May 2026

Venue

Modesto A. Maidique Campus

11200 S.W. 8th Street,

Miami,

Florida,

33199, South, United States

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$21,012.00 per year
Housing - 4050 (Per Semester)
Start date

August 2026

Venue

Modesto A. Maidique Campus

11200 S.W. 8th Street,

Miami,

Florida,

33199, South, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Successful graduation of year 12 and completion of college preparatory curriculum

Undergraduate AAP 2 Terms: 2.5/4

Undergraduate AAP 3 Terms: 2.5/4

Undergraduate AAP 2 Terms: 78/100 (based on 60 minimum passing grade)

Undergraduate AAP 3 Terms: 78/100 (based on 60 minimum passing grade)

US GED

Undergraduate AAP 2 Terms: 500 (minimum 125 in each section)

Undergraduate AAP 3 Terms: 500 (minimum 125 in each section)

IELTS:

ADE (2 Terms): 6.5+

PSE (2 Terms): 4.0 No sub-score below 3.5

PSE (1 Term): 4.5 No sub-score below 4

G1Y (3 Terms): 5 No subscore below 4.5

G1Y (2 Terms): 5.5+ No subscore below 5.0

TOEFL:

ADE (2 Terms): 80+

PSE (2 Terms): 41 - 49 No sub-score below 8

PSE (1 Term): 50 - 59 No sub-score below 10

G1Y (3 Terms): 60 - 67 No subscore below 12

G1Y (2 Terms): 68+ No subscore below 14

Application Deadline:

Fall: July 19

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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