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Political Science can open up a variety of employment opportunities, not only in government, but also in business and the nonprofit sector.
Apply your skills everywhere from the local level to Washington, D.C., where you can manage campaigns for office, serve as an aide to an elected official, write speeches, interact with the press, become involved with advocacy, or work as an analyst.
Political Science is also a popular major if you have plans to go to law school.
rate of projected job growth for political scientists between 2021-2031 (around average rate of growth)
of political scientists work in the federal government, while 16% work in professional, scientific, and technical services
Elmira College's Political Science graduates have gone to work for a variety of businesses and organizations:
Our alumni have moved into positions such as associate justice, senior partner, staff attorney, legal counselor, assistant director, campaign manager, chief of staff, political consultant, and legislator.
The Office of Career Services can help you take the next steps with life after graduation.