Political Science · Colorado

Political Science colleges in Colorado

CampusPin lists 40 U.S. colleges in Colorado that offer Political Science programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.

Political Science studies governments, political behavior, and policy, preparing graduates for law school, public service, journalism, and policy research.

Schools in Colorado that offer Political Science

Political Science programs in Colorado: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 40 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

40

Public / private

17 / 23

Universities / 2-year

31 / 9

Cities represented

20

In-state tuition range

$2,700–$67,932

Median in-state tuition

$14,234

Lowest published in-state tuition

Colorado Mountain College

$2,700

Most selective

United States Air Force Academy

14% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

University of Colorado Boulder

40,905 students

Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.

What you'll study in a Political Science program

  • American politics and government
  • Comparative politics across countries and systems
  • International relations and foreign policy
  • Political theory (classical and contemporary)
  • Public policy analysis
  • Quantitative methods for political research
  • Constitutional law
  • Senior thesis

Where a Political Science degree can lead

  • Policy Analyst
  • Legislative Aide
  • Lawyer (with JD)
  • Foreign Service Officer
  • Campaign Manager
  • Journalist

Typical pay: $48,000–$72,000 early-career (varies widely by sector)

A Political Science major covers American government, comparative politics, international relations, political theory, and political methodology. Programs typically require a research methods sequence (statistics, survey research, or formal modeling) and a senior thesis. Subfields include public policy, public law, political economy, and international security.

Political Science is a common pre-law major. Graduates also work in government, campaigns, journalism, advocacy, foundations, and think tanks. The major pairs naturally with Economics, History, or a foreign language.

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