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University of Notre Dame

  • Private University, Estd 1842
  • Notre Dame, Indiana
  • 50 Courses

Political Science (B.A)

  • Course LevelUndergraduate
  • Course Duration5 Years
  • IntakeFall: August 2025

Course Description

  • Political Science is one of Notre Dame’s most popular majors, with over 50 different undergraduate courses to choose from every semester, and over 45 outstanding and accessible faculty members—12 of whom have received teaching awards

  • Majoring in political science helps students develop the reading, writing, analytical, research, and data skills they need in order to make the most of their time at Notre Dame and after graduation

  • It offers a full range of courses in American politics, international relations, comparative politics, and political theory

  • The political science major combines breadth and depth, providing structure with enough flexibility to allow students to tailor their choice of courses to help explore, discover, and develop their interests

  • The graduates use their education in political science to enrich their work in a wide variety of professions and live with purpose, and some go on to hold public office or work for the government

Start Dates and Fees

Course fees are indicative and should be viewed as an estimate. Connect with a counsellor to get an accurate figure for your course fees!

Duration5 Years
1st Year Tuition FeesUSD 62693
Intake
Intake
Fall: August 2025
Spring: January 2026
Other Costs
Room and Meals :17378.00
Books and Supplies :1250.00
Personal Expenses :1200.00
Transportation :750.00
Total :USD 20578

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

Students are required to take 16 units during their high school career. This distribution will differ slightly based on the student’s intended area of study, but must include the following:


  • 4 units of English

  • 3 units of Mathematics - Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry (4 units preferred)

  • 2 units of Foreign Language (3-4 units preferred)

  • 2 units of Science (4 units preferred)

  • 2 units of History/Social Science (3-4 units preferred)

Additional Requirements

  • Online application

  • An interim transcript of grades

  • Additional documentation: proof of English Language proficiency

English Language Requirements
  • IELTS : 7.50
  • TOEFL : 100.00
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Politics & International Studies (incl Development Studies) THE (Times Higher Education)
  • Course LevelUndergraduate
  • SpecializationPolitical Science
  • Course Duration5 Years
  • 1st Year Tuition FeesUSD 62693
  • Intake
    Fall: August 2025
    Spring: January 2026
  • Application FeesUSD 75
  • Exam Score
    IELTS 7.50
    TOEFL 100.00
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