Political Science · Utah
Political Science colleges in Utah
CampusPin lists 19 U.S. colleges in Utah 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 Utah that offer Political Science
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT · University · Private
Tuition
$6,496
Acceptance
69%
Enrollment
35,074
Careers Unlimited
Orem, UT · University · Private
Tuition
$12,529
Acceptance
38%
Enrollment
118
Eagle Gate College-Layton
Layton, UT · University · Private
Tuition
$12,529
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
205
Eagle Gate College-Murray
Murray, UT · University · Private
Tuition
$16,491
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
302
Ensign College
Salt Lake City, UT · University · Private
Tuition
$3,888
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
5,969
Midwives College of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT · University · Private
Tuition
$8,256
Acceptance
60%
Enrollment
258
Nightingale College
Salt Lake City, UT · University · Private
Tuition
$12,529
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
4,265
Provo College
Provo, UT · University · Private
Tuition
$16,491
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
704
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Provo, UT · University · Private
Tuition
$12,529
Acceptance
44%
Enrollment
6,933
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT · Community College · Public
Tuition
$4,257
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
17,247
Snow College
Ephraim, UT · University · Public
Tuition
$4,564
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
3,552
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT · University · Public
Tuition
$6,770
Acceptance
80%
Enrollment
11,523
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT · University · Public
Tuition
$9,315
Acceptance
87%
Enrollment
34,474
Utah State University
Logan, UT · University · Public
Tuition
$9,228
Acceptance
94%
Enrollment
23,357
Utah Tech University
Saint George, UT · University · Public
Tuition
$6,074
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
8,406
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT · University · Public
Tuition
$6,270
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
28,338
Weber State University
Ogden, UT · University · Public
Tuition
$6,391
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
16,621
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT · University · Private
Tuition
$8,300
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
185,015
Westminster University
Salt Lake City, UT · University · Private
Tuition
$41,416
Acceptance
69%
Enrollment
1,201
Political Science programs in Utah: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 19 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
19
Public / private
8 / 11
Universities / 2-year
18 / 1
Cities represented
10
In-state tuition range
$3,888–$41,416
Median in-state tuition
$8,300
Lowest published in-state tuition
Ensign College
$3,888
Most selective
Careers Unlimited
38% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
Western Governors University
185,015 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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