Political Science Masters Alaska Graduate Programs

• Individual, communal, and social health, livelihood, and well-being
• The social impacts of social, political, and economic structures
• The psychological effects of social, political, and economic phenomenon
• The psychology of action, choice, and transformation
• The history of various people, locations, and structures and how they have affected modern-day society
• The geography of places throughout countries and continents and how those geographies affect political culture
• The effects of political structures and behaviors on peace and conflict in various regions
• Political structures and behaviors and how they affect people, communities, and societies

Political Science Career Path

In general, political scientists use a political lens and scientific approach to analyze and explain political structures and behaviors. More specifically, political scientists pay attention to human behaviors and how humans use politics to influence, affect, and transform political structures and behaviors. They also pay attention to the effects of those political structures and behaviors on people, communities, and societies. Political science professionals are not limited to careers as bureaucrats, politicians or lobbyists. Political scientists can pursue careers in a variety of fields including; research, education, consultative services, non-profit management, or political analysis.

The field of political science can be incredibly competitive. Candidates may want to consider gaining experience in their desired field as a salaried employee, intern or volunteer. Individuals who wish to pursue a career abroad or within an international organization might consider becoming fluent in one or more languages.

Political Science Job Outlook

According to The Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2012 political scientists earned a median salary of $102,000. Political scientists employed by the federal government earned a median salary of $115,740, those working in scientific research and development services earned a median salary of $99,500, and individuals working at colleges, universities and professional schools earned a median salary of $63,030. Political science jobs in the field are predicted by the BLS to grow at a rate of 21 percent between 2012 and 2022. The graph below provides 2012 median salary information for political scientists employed in select industries.