As our world becomes increasingly complex, understanding politics is crucial for being informed and involved citizens. Political Science isn鈥檛 just for students who aspire to work in government. Those seeking careers in law, business, journalism, teaching, or nonprofits benefit from understanding policy and politics. Political science majors at Alvernia have gone into careers in law, international business, government service at the federal and state levels, public policy, journalism, political activism, management, nonprofit positions, teaching, social work, counseling, criminal investigation and policy analysis. Political science students excel in careers that require excellent communication and analytical skills and knowledge about the world.
Alvernia students have an opportunity to earn college credit by spending a semester or summer in Washington, D.C., serving as interns in a congressional office, government agency, major corporation, newspaper or news network, or agencies devoted to legal affairs, international relations, or business and economics.
Career Outlook
After earning your Bachelor of Science in Psychology, you can pursue a variety of careers, including:
Psychologist
Therapist
Counselor
Training and development
Healthcare
Criminal justice
Teacher
Human resources
Social worker
September 2025
Alvernia University
400 Saint Bernardine St.,
READING,
Pennsylvania,
19607, United States
Official high school transcript or GED or equivalent
Minimum Score Requirements:
TOEFL: 75 or higher for the Internet-based test.
IELTS: 5.5 or higher.
DUOLINGO: 95 or higher.
PTE: 60 or higher