Bachelor of Science in Political Science Online

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Program Overview

Learn more about our B.S. in Political Science online

In the B.S. in Political Science online program at UHV, you will explore the theories and philosophies of political systems and examine the foundation of U.S. public policy. This 100 percent online bachelor’s program enables you to boost your critical and creative thinking as you master the principles needed for political science research analysis.

Develop a diverse set of skills and knowledge as you examine the internal structures of Congress and gain an understanding of competing theories of presidential power. Apply theoretical concepts and frameworks to analyze governments around the world as you expand your knowledge of the realities of global politics. Plus, you can transfer up to 90 credit hours.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:

  • Legislative processes
  • Public policy
  • Critical thinking
  • Political analysis
  • Relationship-building
Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:[ + ]
  • Legislative processes
  • Public policy
  • Critical thinking
  • Political analysis
  • Relationship-building

Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:

  • Policy Analyst
  • Community Manager
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist
  • Campaign Manager
  • Lobbyist
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:[ + ]
  • Policy Analyst
  • Community Manager
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist
  • Campaign Manager
  • Lobbyist

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Also available:

UHV offers a variety of undergraduate degree programs in a convenient online format. Explore our full range of online undergraduate programs.

Per Credit Hour: $299
Program Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours
Credit Hours: 120

Accreditation

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The University of Houston-Victoria is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters, and specialist degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of the University of Houston-Victoria may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website.

Also available:

UHV offers a variety of undergraduate degree programs in a convenient online format. Explore our full range of online undergraduate programs.

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Tuition

UHV offers academic excellence at an affordable rate

The B.S. in Political Science online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition with all fees included.

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Program Per Credit Hour Per 3-Credit-Hour Course
B.S. Political Science $299 $897

Fees

A $25 application fee is required; applications will not be processed without it.

Applicants are admitted to the University only for the semester for which they apply. Students who do not enroll in the semester for which they have been admitted and want to be considered for a different semester must reapply and pay the application processing fee again.

Applicants will be considered for admission under the policies in effect at that time. Admission is not automatic. If a student has attended another collegiate institution prior to updating the application, the student must provide an official transcript of all work attempted.

Tuition breakdown:

Per Credit Hour: $299
Per 3-Credit-Hour Course: $897

Calendar

See UHV’s online dates and deadlines below

Our B.S. in Political Science program is delivered in a flexible online format ideal for working professionals and features multiple start dates throughout the year for faster completion.

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Start DateApplication DeadlineDocument DeadlineRegistration DeadlineTuition Deadline
3/20/233/8/233/10/233/13/233/14/23
6/6/235/24/235/26/235/29/235/30/23

Now enrolling:

Next Application Deadline: 5/24/23*
Next Class Start Date: 6/6/23

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Admissions

See the requirements for the B.S. in Political Science below

We've streamlined the admission process, so it's easier for you to get started on your degree. Find the requirements for the B.S. in Political Science online, what additional materials you need and where you should send them. The requirements include:

Admission Requirements:

  • Application
  • SAT/ACT scores or transcripts
  • GPA of 2.0 or higher
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Students interested in the B.S. in Political Science online program must meet the requirements below.

  • Submit undergraduate application and $25 application fee
  • Cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher
  • Freshmen: SAT score of 940 or higher or ACT score of 18 or higher
  • TSI (Texas Success Initiative Assessment) Test Scores are required; unless you qualify for a waiver; please click here for additional information. Waiver Decision will be rendered after receipt of all required documents.
  • Transfer students (12 or more credit hours from other institutions): official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended. Students may transfer up to 90 credit hours.

Official transcripts, test scores and other materials that come from third-party sources may be emailed or mailed from the granting institution(s).

Email address:

Mail address:
University of Houston-Victoria
3007 N. Ben Wilson Street
Victoria, TX 77901
ATTN: Fasttrak Admissions/University College


**First Time College Students will be further reviewed by the Admissions Office

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English Proficiency Requirement

All students attending the University of Houston-Victoria must be proficient in the use of English. Regardless of immigration status, students whose educational instruction has not been in the English language and/or whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency. For additional information click here.

International Transcript Evaluation

For those applying with international transcripts, a full evaluation by an approved agency is required, which can take up to eight weeks. For more information on international transcript evaluation click here. For deadline dates if you are applying with international transcripts click here.

Courses

Read about our B.S. in Political Science online courses here

Students must complete a total of 120 semester credit hours to earn the B.S. in Political Science online. Courses include: Freshman Seminar (3 credit hours), University Core Curriculum (43 credit hours), B.S. Program Requirements (8 credit hours), Political Science courses (30 credit hours) and Electives (36 credit hours).

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This course is waived for transfer students with 30 credit hours or who have taken a similar course from another accredited institution.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course will provide an academic context for: (1) the understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of a college education; (2) study and life skills necessary for academic success; and, (3) opportunities for connection with peers, faculty and the institution. This course is required for freshmen students in all majors and any student entering the university with less than 30 SCH.

General education courses are required based on admission standing and transfer credits. PSCI 2305 and PSCI 2306 are prerequisites for the Political Science Program Curriculum.

English – 6 credit hours
Political Science – 6 credit hours
History – 6 credit hours
Math – 3 credit hours
Life & Physical Sciences – 6 credit hours 
Humanities – 3 credit hours
Creative Arts – 3 credit hours
Social/Behavioral Science – 3 credit hours
Additional Courses – 6 credit hours

Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Composition course providing instruction in the writing and analysis of expository prose; emphasis on rhetorical principles and basic organizational modes.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Continued Development of writing skills acquired in English 1301 and development of critical thinking skills in argumentation, analysis and interpretation of various types of literature.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to United States national government and politics; including constitutional basis, processes, institutions and policies of U.S. Government and politics.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to Texas state and local government including constitutional basis, processes, institutions and policies of Texas government and politics.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Survey course of US history from 1492 to 1865 including social, political, intellectual, economic and military history will be explored.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Survey course of US history from 1865 to present, including social political, intellectual, economic and military history will be explored.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Course will cover quadratics, polynomial, rational, logarithmic and exponential functions, system of equations, progression, sequences and series, matrices and determinants.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This introductory course prepares participants in many disciplines to utilize basic statistical methods and processes to effectively and efficiently organize, analyze, and utilize data.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to cell physiology, molecular biology and genetics. Three hours lecture each week. This class is designed for non-science majors. Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 1106  recommended.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Emphasis on organismal diversity, ecology, behavior and evolution. Three hours lecture each week. This class is designed for non-science majors. Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 1107  recommended.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to nutrition for students of science and non-science majors. Topics include fundamentals of nutrition, metabolism, digestion, absorption, nutrient storage and drug/nutrient interactions.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This stand alone course is an interdisciplinary survey of cultures focusing on the philosophical and aesthetic factors in human values with an emphasis on the historical development of the individual and society and the drive to create.  This course will offer selected, interrelated topics in philosophy, literature, religion, and the arts and sciences from ancient times to about the year 1700.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Survey course focusing on historical, technical, and governmental aspects of the broadcast industry. Topics such as programming, sales, rating, and public broadcasting will be introduced.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Survey of Introductory topics such as learning, memory, sensation and perception, personality, life-span development, psychological basis of behavior, stress and health, psychological disorders, social psychology and research methods.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to technology, algorithmic problem solving and their applications for students in sciences, humanities, social sciences and business.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction of the basic principles and techniques in research, composition, organization and delivery of speeches for various purposes appropriate for purpose, occasion and audience.
Students earning their Bachelor of Science must take the following courses.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Study of Professional writing, including correspondence, proposals, research reports, resumes and job letters.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Emphasis on organismal diversity, ecology, behavior and evolution. Three hours lecture each week. This class is designed for non-science majors. Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 1107  recommended.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 1
Laboratory designed to give hands-on experience and to reinforce basic principles of diversity, ecology, and evolution. Three lab hours each week.
The following courses are required. Students cannot take PSCI 4350 during the same term as PSCI 3350.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): PSCI 2305 or PSCI 2306 Provides a basic foundation in US Public Policy. Covers the basics of what is public policy, the different policy-making institutions and processes, the different areas of public policy, as well as how to analyze public policy outputs and outcomes.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
International relations among nation-states are analyzed in their comparative aspects with structural components, transnational organizations, cultures, institutions, and rational choice. Formerly “Global Political Studies
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduces students to the tools that political scientists use to conduct research with an emphasis on quantitative techniques
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduces students to the politics and processes of the United States Congress.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduces students to the politics and processes of the Presidency of the United States.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduces students to the politics and processes of the federal judiciary with a special emphasis on the Supreme Court.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduces students to the scientific study of public opinion and development of political attitudes.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduces students to the basic concepts of civil rights and civil liberties contained in the U.S. Constitution.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines how candidates conduct campaigns and how voters make decisions.
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): PSCI 2305 and PSCI 2306; BS track: PSCI 3350; BA track: HUMA 4322, HUMA 4324, or ENGL 3312 Provides students with an opportunity to spend a semester focused on Political Science research and learning to critically evaluate such research.
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