2023 Most Popular Political Science & Government Bachelor's Degree Schools in the Southeast Region
Finding the Best Political Science & Government Bachelor's Degree School for You
Out of all the majors we analyze each year, political science and government was ranked #20 in the country. In fact 49,282 degrees and certificates were handed out in 2020-2021.
Today's students have lots of options to pick from when considering higher education opportunities. You can choose a traditional brick and mortar school, or with the growth of online education, you can attend a school half-way across the country without even leaving your house. Also there are many trade schools that offer short-term programs that open up more career options.
Along with in-depth profiles of schools and the programs they offer, Course Advisor has created the Most Popular Political Science & Government Bachelor's Degree Schools in the Southeast Region to help you in your search for the best school for you. Our analysis looked at 288 schools in the Southeast Region to see which bachelor's degree programs were the most popular for students. To create this ranking we looked at how many students graduated from the Political Science & Government program at each school on the list.
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Gain a solid understanding of American political history, the current political landscape, and the major political parties with this online bachelor's from Southern New Hampshire University.
2023 Most Popular Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southeast Region
The following schools top our list of the Most Popular Political Science & Government Bachelor's Degree Colleges.
Top 25 Most Popular Southeast Region Schools for a Bachelor's in Political Science & Government
Our analysis found Florida State University to be the most popular school for political science and government students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in the Southeast Region . Located in the city of Tallahassee, Florida State is a public college with a very large student population.
About 55% of the students majoring in political science at the school are women while 45% are male.
On average, political science graduates from Florida State take out $20,472 in student loans while working on their Bachelor's Degree. Assuming that a graduate chooses a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly loan payment is $184.
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Out of the 288 schools in the Southeast Region that were part of this year’s ranking, University of Central Florida landed the # 2 spot on the list. Located in the large suburb of Orlando, UCF is a public college with a very large student population.
About 51% of the students majoring in political science at the school are women while 49% are male.
Political Science majors at UCF take out an average of $22,715 in student loans while working on their Bachelor's Degree.
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Out of the 288 schools in the Southeast Region that were part of this year’s ranking, University of Florida landed the # 3 spot on the list. UF is a fairly large public school located in the midsize city of Gainesville.
About 54% of the students majoring in political science at the school are women while 46% are male.
After completing their Bachelor's Degree, political science graduates from UF carry an average student debt load of $17,100. When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $154.
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The in-demand bachelor’s degree programs at Florida International University helped the school earn the #4 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular political science and government schools in the Southeast Region . Located in the suburb of Miami, FIU is a public school with a very large student population.
Women make up 55% of the political science majors at the school.
The average amount in student loans that political science majors at FIU take out while working on their Bachelor's Degree is $18,717.
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The in-demand bachelor’s degree programs at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill helped the school earn the #4 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular political science and government schools in the Southeast Region . UNC Chapel Hill is a fairly large public school located in the small city of Chapel Hill.
Women make up 52% of the political science majors at the school.
While working on their Bachelor's Degree, political science majors at UNC Chapel Hill accumulate an average of around $15,535 in student debt. For students who choose a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly student loan payment is $230.
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With a ranking of #6, University of Georgia did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for political science and government students working on their bachelor’s degree. Located in the midsize city of Athens, UGA is a public school with a very large student population.
Of the 234 students majoring in political science at UGA, 47% are male and 53% are female.
The average amount in student loans that political science majors at UGA take out while working on their Bachelor's Degree is $21,599. Assuming that a graduate chooses a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly loan payment is $208.
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Georgia State University did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular places for political science and government students to get a bachelor’s degree. It came in at #7 on the list. Georgia State is a very large public school located in the city of Atlanta.
About 59% of the students majoring in political science at the school are women while 41% are male.
On average, political science graduates from Georgia State take out $26,035 in student loans while working on their Bachelor's Degree. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $132, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.
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The University of Alabama came in at #8 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. UA is a fairly large public school located in the small city of Tuscaloosa.
About 56% of the students majoring in political science at the school are women while 44% are male.
The average amount in student loans that political science majors at UA take out while working on their Bachelor's Degree is $22,651. This translates to an average monthly loan payment of $537, based on a 10-year repayment plan.
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George Mason University came in at #9 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Located in the suburb of Fairfax, GMU is a public college with a very large student population.
Of the 207 students majoring in political science at GMU, 48% are male and 52% are female.
While working on their Bachelor's Degree, political science majors at GMU accumulate an average of around $22,674 in student debt. Assuming that a graduate chooses a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly loan payment is $492.
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Virginia Commonwealth University did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular places for political science and government students to get a bachelor’s degree. It came in at #10 on the list. Located in the midsize city of Richmond, VCU is a public school with a very large student population.
Of the 201 students majoring in political science at VCU, 48% are male and 52% are female.
After completing their Bachelor's Degree, political science graduates from VCU carry an average student debt load of $22,900. This translates to an average monthly loan payment of $182, based on a 10-year repayment plan.
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University of South Carolina - Columbia came in at #11 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Located in the midsize city of Columbia, UofSC is a public school with a fairly large student population.
Women make up 49% of the political science majors at the school.
On average, political science graduates from UofSC take out $24,596 in student loans while working on their Bachelor's Degree. When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $399.
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Virginia Tech did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular places for political science and government students to get a bachelor’s degree. It came in at #12 on the list. Located in the small city of Blacksburg, Virginia Tech is a public school with a very large student population.
Women make up 51% of the political science majors at the school.
When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $450.
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University of North Carolina at Charlotte landed the #12 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular bachelor’s degree political science and government programs. UNC Charlotte is a very large public school located in the large city of Charlotte.
Of the 185 students majoring in political science at UNC Charlotte, 51% are male and 49% are female.
After completing their Bachelor's Degree, political science graduates from UNC Charlotte carry an average student debt load of $24,452. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $180, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.
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University of South Florida - Main Campus ranked #14 on this year’s Most Popular Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southeast Region list. USF Tampa is a fairly large public school located in the large city of Tampa.
Women make up 51% of the political science majors at the school.
While working on their Bachelor's Degree, political science majors at USF Tampa accumulate an average of around $21,545 in student debt. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $136, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.
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Tulane University of Louisiana landed the #15 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular bachelor’s degree political science and government programs. Located in the city of New Orleans, Tulane is a private not-for-profit college with a large student population.
Women make up 65% of the political science majors at the school.
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The University of Tennessee - Knoxville did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular places for political science and government students to get a bachelor’s degree. It came in at #16 on the list. UT Knoxville is a fairly large public school located in the city of Knoxville.
Women make up 49% of the political science majors at the school.
After completing their Bachelor's Degree, political science graduates from UT Knoxville carry an average student debt load of $21,785. Assuming that a graduate chooses a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly loan payment is $376.
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William & Mary did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular places for political science and government students to get a bachelor’s degree. It came in at #17 on the list. Located in the suburb of Williamsburg, William & Mary is a public college with a medium-sized student population.
Women make up 50% of the political science majors at the school.
On average, political science graduates from William & Mary take out $18,084 in student loans while working on their Bachelor's Degree. Assuming that a graduate chooses a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly loan payment is $417.
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North Carolina State University landed the #18 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular bachelor’s degree political science and government programs. NC State is a fairly large public school located in the large city of Raleigh.
Women make up 52% of the political science majors at the school.
On average, political science graduates from NC State take out $20,968 in student loans while working on their Bachelor's Degree. For students who choose a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly student loan payment is $335.
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Florida Atlantic University came in at #19 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. FAU is a very large public school located in the city of Boca Raton.
About 59% of the students majoring in political science at the school are women while 41% are male.
The average amount in student loans that political science majors at FAU take out while working on their Bachelor's Degree is $20,826.
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Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College came in at #20 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Louisiana State University is a fairly large public school located in the medium-sized city of Baton Rouge.
About 51% of the students majoring in political science at the school are women while 49% are male.
Political Science majors at Louisiana State University take out an average of $19,715 in student loans while working on their Bachelor's Degree. When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $269.
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With a ranking of #21, Liberty University did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for political science and government students working on their bachelor’s degree. Located in the city of Lynchburg, Liberty University is a private not-for-profit college with a very large student population.
Of the 148 students majoring in political science at Liberty University, 58% are male and 42% are female.
The average amount in student loans that political science majors at Liberty University take out while working on their Bachelor's Degree is $27,753.
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Clemson University landed the #22 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular bachelor’s degree political science and government programs. Clemson is a very large public school located in the large suburb of Clemson.
About 50% of the students majoring in political science at the school are women while 50% are male.
The average amount in student loans that political science majors at Clemson take out while working on their Bachelor's Degree is $23,066. When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $529.
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Wake Forest University ranked #23 on this year’s Most Popular Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southeast Region list. Wake Forest University is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit school located in the midsize city of Winston-Salem.
Women make up 48% of the political science majors at the school.
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University of Arkansas landed the #24 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular bachelor’s degree political science and government programs. Located in the small city of Fayetteville, UARK is a public school with a fairly large student population.
About 54% of the students majoring in political science at the school are women while 46% are male.
After completing their Bachelor's Degree, political science graduates from UARK carry an average student debt load of $23,891. Assuming that a graduate chooses a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly loan payment is $251.
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With a ranking of #25, University of Kentucky did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for political science and government students working on their bachelor’s degree. Located in the city of Lexington, UK is a public school with a very large student population.
Of the 121 students majoring in political science at UK, 39% are male and 61% are female.
Political Science majors at UK take out an average of $21,084 in student loans while working on their Bachelor's Degree. For students who choose a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly student loan payment is $349.
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Honorable Mentions
Here are some additional popular schools for Political Science & Government students in the Southeast Region that almost earned our Most Popular Political Science & Government Bachelor's Degree Schools in the Southeast Region award.
| Rank | College | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 44 | University of Louisville | Louisville, KY |
| 45 | East Carolina University | Greenville, NC |
| 46 | University of Memphis | Memphis, TN |
| 47 | American Public University System | Charles Town, WV |
| 48 | University of North Carolina at Wilmington | Wilmington, NC |
| 48 | Mississippi State University | Mississippi State, MS |
| 48 | Washington and Lee University | Lexington, VA |
| 51 | The University of Tampa | Tampa, FL |
| 51 | Western Kentucky University | Bowling Green, KY |
| 53 | Citadel Military College of South Carolina | Charleston, SC |
| 54 | University of West Georgia | Carrollton, GA |
| 55 | Spelman College | Atlanta, GA |
| 55 | University of Louisiana at Lafayette | Lafayette, LA |
| 55 | Troy University | Troy, AL |
Best Political Science & Government Colleges by State
Explore the best political science and government colleges for a specific state in the Southeast region.
| State | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 1,199 |
| Virginia | 1,786 |
| North Carolina | 1,764 |
| Florida | 2,532 |
| Tennessee | 718 |
| Kentucky | 439 |
| South Carolina | 768 |
| Louisiana | 582 |
| Arkansas | 297 |
| Alabama | 566 |
| Mississippi | 294 |
| West Virginia | 290 |
Other Related Political Science Programs
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
Gain a solid understanding of American political history, the current political landscape, and the major political parties with this online bachelor's from Southern New Hampshire University.
Majors Related to Political Science
Political Science & Government is one of 12 different types of programs to choose from.
Majors Similar to Political Science
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Economics | 49,055 |
| Sociology | 38,475 |
| General Social Sciences | 18,997 |
| International Relations & National Security | 14,306 |
| Anthropology | 11,415 |
Notes and References
*These averages are for the top 25 schools only.
- The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
- Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
- Credit for the banner image above goes to UKWiki at English Wikipedia.
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