Keiser University

Political Science (International Relations Concentration)

Flagship (Residential)
West Palm Beach, FL
Bachelor Degree
Political Science (International Relations Concentration)
Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Keiser University offers this program on campus.
$19,844 per semester at the Flagship (Residential) campus. This program spans 8 semesters at full-time enrollment.
To receive a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science, students must complete 120 credit hours as described below. The length of this program is approximately 40 months (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).
The Flagship (Residential) campus tuition and fee disclosure lists no application fee; its initial fees are a $150.00 tuition deposit, refundable before May 1 for fall and November 1 for spring, and a $250.00 housing deposit.
Keiser University participates in federal Title IV financial aid, including grants and federal student loans.

Political Science (International Relations Concentration) is a Bachelor Degree program offered by Keiser University in West Palm Beach, FL. The program takes 40 Months to complete, with tuition of $19,844 per semester.

Program Overview

Keiser University’s Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a concentration in International Relations provides comprehensive education in government, politics, law, and international affairs. The political science degree program examines political institutions, political theory, comparative politics, and international relations while exploring specialized topics like foreign policy, international conflict, electoral politics, and public policy. Through core courses and select courses in American politics, students examine political processes, political behavior, and how political systems function at international levels.

Program Mission

The mission of the Keiser University Bachelor of Arts in Political Science International Relations concentration provides a liberal arts and research design foundation to explore international government relations, and how culture, economics and politics shape international policy outcomes, processes and theory. The program prepares students for graduate-level training in various disciplines and entry-level positions at all government and private sector levels in the program’s scope.

Program Goals

  1. Students will evaluate the differences between various government and economic systems.
  2. Students will analyze international government frameworks needed to apply political, economic, social, historical, and philosophical concepts to the study of international relations.
  3. Students will appraise the stressors that population, natural resources, and environmental issues have on international relations.
  4. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the political theories needed to analyze policy and international political actions in times of war and peace.
  5. Students will effectively express ideas and concepts in writing , research, and analysis in APA.

Program Highlights

The International Relations concentration offers focused study in foreign policy, international organizations, war, and diplomacy. Students examine how governments strategize and interact on the world stage, exploring both cooperation and conflict. The program emphasizes understanding how economics and politics combine to shape international policy outcomes. Research opportunities allow students to investigate specific areas of international affairs. The curriculum prepares students for graduate study, professional careers in international relations, or law school.

What sets this Program apart

Gain Job-Ready Skills for a Political Science Career

  • Advanced research methods for policy analysis
  • Critical evaluation of political institutions and government agencies
  • Understanding of constitutional law and legal frameworks
  • Analytical skills for assessing international politics and comparative politics
  • Communication abilities for public affairs and public policy work
  • Research literacy for evaluating political science program data and trends
  • Cultural awareness across political systems and international levels
  • Knowledge of American government, foreign policy, and international relations

Keiser University offers career-focused degree programs designed to support working adults, traditional students, and career changers. With on-campus, online, and hybrid learning options, experienced faculty members, and comprehensive student support, Keiser helps learners achieve their personal and professional goals at all levels.

Admission Requirements and Process

Applicants desiring to enter Keiser University must submit an application to the Admissions Office well in advance of the start date. This permits proper scheduling and assures availability of classroom space. Applications for winter, spring or fall semesters should be made as early as possible, as these entry dates are normally the time of greatest enrollment.

For students enrolling at Keiser University, credit for courses or degrees completed at another institution is subject to approval by the Dean of Academic Affairs. These courses or degrees must be similar in content and duration to those offered in the program for which an applicant has applied. The Dean of Academic Affairs makes the final decision of accepted transfer credits from the received transcript. However, only courses listed on official transcripts receive permanent official transfer credit. (To grant such credit, Keiser University must receive official transcripts--- those mailed directly to Keiser University by the previous institution---by the end of a student’s first semester.) Keiser University requires that, at a minimum, a student complete the final 25% of a program through the University. Active duty, reservists, and National Guard service members who are students can complete at a minimum 25% of a program at any time through the University and graduate. Transfer students are informed in writing of any credits accepted as transferable. Preliminary notification is presented, in most cases, prior to enrollment but in no case later than the end of a transfer student's first semester. Students are responsible for having official transcripts sent to Keiser University from their former institution(s). It may be necessary for students to forfeit some previously earned credit in the transfer process since college philosophies, objectives and programs may vary and change from year to year. Therefore, Keiser University makes no blanket statement or promise of acceptance of credits from any other institution.

General Requirements

  • Completed Application
    A completed Keiser University application or Common Application.
  • High School GPA of 2.7
    An official high school transcript with GPA at or above 2.7.
  • SAT, ACT or Entrance Exam Alternative
    For those students who do not meet the 2.7 HS GPA, a Math and Verbal SAT score equal to or above 830, an ACT composite score equal to or above 17 or a score of 16 or higher on the…
  • Transfer Applicants: Minimum 2.0 GPA
    A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale for all college coursework.
  • Transfer Applicants: Official Transcripts
    Official transcripts from each college previously attended. Official transcripts must be mailed directly to the Admissions Office.
  • Transfer Applicants: 24 or More Credits
    Transfer applicants who have completed 24 or more semester credits of college coursework (non-remedial) with a grade of C or higher from a U.S. college recognized by the USDE are…
  • Lower Level Course Grades
    Completion of all lower level courses with a C or better.
  • POS2001 and Course Sequence
    All lower division major and general education courses must be successfully completed before upper division courses are undertaken. POS2001 is a prerequisite for ALL courses in…

Application Process

  1. 1
    Contact an Admissions Counselor
    Contact one of Keiser University’s admissions counselors to talk through the program and your options.
  2. 2
    Attend an Open House or Campus Visit
    Attend an open house or plan a campus visit. Applicants are encouraged to visit the University in person.
  3. 3
    Meet With Your Admissions Counselor
    Schedule a convenient time to meet with your admissions counselor to determine if Keiser University is right for you.
  4. 4
    Submit an Application
    Submit an application to the Admissions Office well in advance of the start date. Applications for winter, spring or fall semesters should be made as early as possible, as these entry dates are normally the time of greatest enrollment.
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Program Schedule

To receive a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science, students must complete 120 credit hours as described below. The length of this program is approximately 40 months (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).

At Keiser University tuition and fees are charged to the student by the semester. Each semester is 16 weeks. Keiser University students are charged by the semester for the scheduled credit hours.

A semester of sixteen (16) weeks may consist of four (4) consecutive four (4) week terms or two (2) consecutive eight (8) week terms or one (1) consecutive sixteen (16) week semester of instruction.

New cohorts start regularly throughout the year. Our start dates are as follows:
  • October 26th, 2026
  • November 23rd, 2026
  • January 11th, 2027
  • February 08th, 2027
  • March 08th, 2027
  • April 05th, 2027
  • May 10th, 2027
  • June 07th, 2027
  • July 05th, 2027
  • August 02nd, 2027

Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information

Per Semester Tuition
≈ $19,844
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Keiser University charges tuition per 16-week semester according to the number of credit hours scheduled, not per program. The rates below are the university’s published Flagship (Residential) campus Tuition and Fee Disclosure, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

Semester credit loadTuition per semester
Full time (12 to 17.99 credits)$19,844.00
Three-quarter time (9 to 11.99 credits)$14,883.00
Half time (6 to 8.99 credits)$9,922.00
Less than half time (0 to 5.99 credits)$4,961.00
Over full time (18 to 24 credits, Dean’s approval, minimum 3.0 CGPA)$24,805.00

Required fees

  • Tuition deposit — $150.00, refundable before May 1 for fall and November 1 for spring
  • Housing deposit — $250.00, refundable before July 1 for fall and December 1 for spring
  • Education fee — $976.00 per semester, for programmatic participation and facilities resources
  • Technology fee — $309.00 per semester
  • Health insurance — $2,169.00 per academic year, or $1,370.00 for spring and summer only

Other fees are charged per occurrence: withdrawal $100.00, orientation $100.00, re-entry $150.00, car permit $50.00 ($15.00 for an additional permit), returned check $40.00, dorm key replacement $30.00, library late fee $10.00, student ID replacement $30.00, late payment $25.00 and transcript $10.00. Program supplies and kits vary by program; textbooks are estimated at up to $2,000.00 per semester.

Financial aid

Keiser University participates in federal Title IV financial aid. Students seeking aid complete the FAFSA using the university’s federal school code, 015159.

Estimated Student Costs

Required and Optional Fees for Programs: Fees are costs set by the university in addition to tuition (and room and board, if applicable). These fees may be required for your program or optional depending on the courses you take, and they support the costs associated with completing an approved program of study. Fees are defined in the school’s catalog or supplement and listed on the school’s billing statement or invoice. Fees that are optional will not be paid using GI Bill® benefits and will be the responsibility of the student choosing these additional options. For additional guidance, please see your Program Director or Admissions Counselor.

Curriculum

The Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with International Relations concentration at Keiser University provides undergraduate students with comprehensive training in political theory, international relations, comparative politics, and public policy. The program is suited for students who wish to pursue more focused studies in foreign policy, international organizations, war and diplomacy.

Required Courses

Subject #NameCredits
POS2001Introduction to American Government, Comparative Politics & International Relations3
POS1041Political Science3
CPO2002Introduction to Comparative Government and Politics3
INR2001International Relations3
POT1003Intro to Political Theory3
CPO2030Politics of the Developing World3
INR2109US Latin American Relations3
DSC1011Domestic and International Terrorism3
AMH1010American History Pre-1876 (required)3
AMH1020American History Since 1876 (required)3
SPC1010Speech3
CGS1000CIntroduction to Computers3
ECO2013Macroeconomics(required)3
ENC1101English Composition I3
ENC2102English Composition II3
AML1000American Literature3
ENL1000English Literature3
CWL1000Contemporary World Literature3
MAC2105College Algebra3
MGF2106College Math3
MGF2107Applications of Mathematics3
STA2023Statistics(required)3
BSC1005General Biology3
BSC1050Environmental Science (required)3
INR3105American Foreign Policy3
INR4079Terrorism and Public Safety3
INR4085Women, Gender and I.R.3
INR4502International Organizations3
CPO3092Seminar in Political Culture3
INR4911Undergraduate Research in International Relations3
INR3274Middle East Foreign Policy3
ECO4701The World Economy3
PUP4052Issues in International Policy3
PLA4880American Constitutional Law3
POS4035Environmental Politics3
PLA4844Immigration Law3
PAD3034Intro to Public Policy3
POS3024Politics of U.S. Immigration3
POS3235Mass Media and Politics3
POS3413The American Presidency3
POS3205Voting Behavior &Public Opinion3
POS3274The Campaign Process3
POT3632Religion and Politics3
POS3063Intergovernmental Relations3
COM3465Conflict Resolution3
IDS3355Critical Thinking3
STA3163Intermediate Statistics (pre-req STA 2023)3

Career Outcomes

Graduates of Keiser University’s Bachelor of Arts in Political Science program can pursue diverse career opportunities across multiple sectors. The degree prepares students for entry into government agencies at local, state, and federal levels, international organizations, policy analysis roles, and law school. Many political science majors enter careers in public affairs, campaign management, foreign languages translation services, or public policy research.

Career Opportunities in Political Science

  • Policy Analyst for government agencies
  • Foreign Service Officer
  • International Affairs Specialist
  • Political Consultant
  • Intelligence Analyst f
  • Public Administration roles in city, county, or state government
  • Research positions studying comparative politics or political systems
  • Campaign Manager or Political Strategist
  • Community Organizer for community organizations and advocacy groups
  • Public Affairs Specialist in corporate or nonprofit settings
  • Educational roles in higher education or research institutions

What to expect as a Keiser University student

Keiser University’s Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with International Relations concentration prepares students for meaningful careers in government, law, international affairs, and public policy. With flexible online and on-campus options, the program fits the schedules of working professionals while providing the academic rigor needed for graduate school or professional advancement. Whether your goal involves entering government agencies, pursuing law school, working with international organizations, or shaping public policy, Keiser provides the education and practical knowledge to build lasting impact in your chosen field.

Campus Address

Flagship (Residential)
2600 North Military Trail
West Palm Beach, FL 33409

Why Accreditation Is Important

Keiser University holds institutional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. While specialized programmatic accreditation is not required for the political science undergraduate degree program, the curriculum delivers robust training aligned with standards for careers in government, law, and international affairs.

  • Eligible for federal Title IV financial aid
  • Credits earned toward a respected credential

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Top Questions About Earning a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science Degree

Can I earn my political science degree online at Keiser University?
Keiser University’s Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with International Relations concentration is offered at multiple campus locations in Florida.
What makes the International Relations concentration different from the general political science program?
The International Relations concentration provides focused coursework in foreign policy, international organizations, international conflict, and diplomatic relations. Students examine global political systems, international politics, and how nations interact during peace and war. This specialization prepares graduates for careers in foreign service, international organizations, intelligence analysis, or graduate study in international affairs. The general political science major covers broader topics including American politics, political theory, and domestic policy.
What career paths can I pursue with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science?
Graduates enter diverse fields including government agencies, political campaigns, policy research organizations, international organizations, law firms, nonprofit community organizations, and private sector public affairs roles. Many pursue graduate programs in political science, public administration, law school, or international relations. The degree provides strong preparation for the Foreign Service exam, legislative positions, intelligence analysis, campaign management, or teaching in higher education.
Can I transfer credits from another institution?
Yes, Keiser University accepts transfer credits for undergraduate and graduate-level programs. Our admissions team will work with you to review your transcripts and determine your transfer eligibility. Credits transfer based on several factors including accreditation and course equivalency. Learn more about credit transfer requirements and eligibility requirements.
How long does earning a bachelor's degree in political science take?
The program typically requires approximately 40 months for full-time students. Students transferring credits from previous college work may complete the degree faster. Contact admissions advisors for personalized timelines based on your academic background and schedule.
What courses cover American government and international relations?
The curriculum includes foundational courses in American government, political science, comparative politics, and international relations. Additional courses include American foreign policy, international organizations, regional foreign policy studies, and more. Students examine political institutions, political processes, and political behavior across international levels while studying both domestic and international politics.
Do I need to know foreign languages to study international relations?
While foreign languages enhance your education and career prospects in international affairs, the program does not require foreign languages proficiency for admission or graduation.
Does Keiser University offer financial aid for political science students?
Yes, students pursuing a degree at Keiser University can access the financial aid resources including grants, scholarships, and tuition assistance programs. Learn more about Keiser University’s Financial Services.
Will this degree help me enter government agencies or public administration?
Yes. The Bachelor of Arts in Political Science prepares graduates for careers in public administration and government agencies at local, state, and federal levels. The program covers public policy, political institutions, administrative processes, and how government functions. Graduates possess the knowledge base and analytical skills government agencies seek. The degree provides solid preparation for entering public service careers or pursuing graduate programs in public administration.
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