The Political Science pathway requires 42 hours of Core Curriculum and 18 hours of courses appropriate to the pathway. For up-to-date curriculum requirements, please visit the catalog.
What does it cost?
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63.4% of Perimeter College students receive financial assistance.
How long will it take?
The typical pathway requires 60 semester hours — 42 hours in core curriculum and 18 hours in pathway courses.
Where will I take classes?
Alpharetta, Clarkston, Decatur, Dunwoody, Newton, Online
All required classes to earn a degree can be completed online.
Application Deadlines View Admissions Requirements
Fall Semester (starts in August) — Due by August 1
Spring Semester (starts in January) — Due by December 1
Summer Semester (starts in late May) — Due by May 1
Political Science Pathway, A.A.
Email: gvargis@gsu.edu
Phone: 678-891-2402
What Is Political Science?
Political Science is a study of human behavior that examines data and political systems, institutions and behaviors. It encompasses multiple perspectives and uses a mixture of methods. Aristotle believed the study of politics was essential to achieving a stable and orderly society. The study of political science helps build a society that develops, advances and improves our lives.
Why Study Political Science?
The Political Science guided pathway at Perimeter College leads to an associate of arts degree and provides the first two years of division requirements for a bachelor’s degree in political science.
A note on pathways: A pathway is an advising guide to help students prepare for their intended bachelor’s degree major. By following the course of study outlined in the appropriate Associate of Arts or Associate of Science pathway, students will have the necessary prerequisite courses to continue in their chosen disciplines. A pathway is not a major and will not be represented on the diploma.
Students should consult with advisers to confirm availability of online courses and requirements or additional costs that may be associated with courses. Students should check with advisers about which campuses offer the courses they need. Typically, core courses required for pathways can be taken at most locations and online, while pathway-specific courses may require attendance at a particular location.
Pathway Details
As part of Georgia State University, Perimeter College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools: Commission on Colleges (SACS-COC) to award associate degrees. Successful completion of a pathway at Perimeter College leads to an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science degree. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Georgia State University.
Description
Careers
Students on the guided pathway in political science may begin preparation for work in government affairs, international trade, campaign management, political strategy, policy analysis or a career in education or law. Careers in political science include:
- Banking and finance
- Business management
- City planning
- Journalism
- Labor relations
- Law
- Policy analysis
- Public policy
- Research and writing
- Social work
- Teaching
For potential job and salary information, visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Contacts
Admissions
For help with applying or admissions, please review our website, visit a campus office, or contact us at 404-413-2500.
Alpharetta Campus
Associate Chair of History, Political Science & African American Studies
Adam Stone
770-274-5714
astone@gsu.edu
Administrative Assistant
Karon Edge-Fitzpatrick
Alpharetta Campus
770-274-5609
kedge3@gsu.edu
Clarkston Campus
Interim Chair & Associate History, Political Science & African American Studies
George Vargis
678-891-2402
gvargis@gsu.edu
Administrative Assistant
Shaiman Hussain
678-891-3368
shussain16@gsu.edu
Decatur Campus
Associate Chair of History, Political Science & African American Studies
Mark Flowers
678-891-3401
mflowers@gsu.edu
Administrative Assistant
Donna McLean
678-891-2613
dmclean@gsu.edu
Dunwoody Campus
Associate Chair of History, Political Science & African American Studies
Crystal Garrett
770-274-5410
cgarrett@gsu.edu
Administrative Assistant
Charlene Bearden
770-274-5405
cbearden@gsu.edu
Newton Campus
Associate Chair of History, Political Science & African American Studies
Salli Vargis
678-891-3401
svargis@gsu.edu
Administrative Assistant
Lakita Williams
770-278-1381
lwilliams160@gsu.edu
Online
Associate Chair of History, Political Science & African American Studies
Marc Zayac
678-891-3289
mzayac@gsu.edu
Administrative Assistant
Johnetta Hawkins
678-212-7541
jhawkins20@gsu.edu
The information shared provides an overview of Georgia State’s offerings. For details on admissions requirements, tuition, courses and more, refer to the university catalogs.