What can you do with a Political Scienec degree? (computer science, skill, school)

[scatman]

I majored in Poli Sci. The job I currently work in is for a federal agency, but I had to start at the very low entry level, and work my way up; the entry-level job did not, and still does not, need a degree for one to do that job.

However, I have no regrets about getting that Poli Sci degree. It's a subject that I love, and I furthered it with an MPA (I loved my graduate program, too!).

Too many people want to come out of college and get the quick cash without paying dues and working their way up! Personally, I don't care what degree it is, EVERYONE has to pay dues in some sense! At the same time, you can make your degree work for you. It's a question of how much do you want it?

[gentlearts]

Honestly, I think you should take whatever will get you a diploma the quickest and that you enjoy. Most companies, except those requiring technical knowledge like engineering, only care that you have the basic brains and dedication to get through college and then they train you to do the work that is required.
As for law school, if you read fast and retain what you read, you'll score well on the LSAT and it pretty much doesn't matter what your degree is in.

[gentlearts]

See the other thread, "What was your degree and what are you doing now?"

[sedie80]

I can't believe the number of people who say a Political Science degree is not marketable!
1. Police Officer
2. Judge
3. Corrections Officer
4. Probation Officer
5. Communications Specialist (fancy for "dispatcher" )
6. Political Activist (read: lobbyist)
7. ANY governmental job
8. Run for Town Council in your town! Effect real change where you live!
9. Education
10. Support staff for any politician
11. Television-political pundit
12. Paralegal
13. Clerk of the Court
14. Process Server

Those are just the few I thought of off the top of my head! It's a well-rounded degree, it can take you anywhere if its a degree you like. You do well in ANY degree and you will be hired. Many places prefer to train you anyway, as long as you have the college education, they don't care what it is.

Signed,
A Political Science Major

[J-Man]

Originally Posted by sedie80

I can't believe the number of people who say a Political Science degree is not marketable!
1. Police Officer
2. Judge
3. Corrections Officer
4. Probation Officer
5. Communications Specialist (fancy for "dispatcher" )
6. Political Activist (read: lobbyist)
7. ANY governmental job
8. Run for Town Council in your town! Effect real change where you live!
9. Education
10. Support staff for any politician
11. Television-political pundit
12. Paralegal
13. Clerk of the Court
14. Process Server

Those are just the few I thought of off the top of my head! It's a well-rounded degree, it can take you anywhere if its a degree you like. You do well in ANY degree and you will be hired. Many places prefer to train you anyway, as long as you have the college education, they don't care what it is.

Signed,
A Political Science Major

The majority of the jobs you listed require no specific degree or require NO degree to do them. That really isn't a strong argument.

[sedie80]

Originally Posted by J-Man

The majority of the jobs you listed require no specific degree or require NO degree to do them. That really isn't a strong argument.

Maybe where you live. Different states have different requirements. At least half of the ones I listed have that requirement where I live.

Point being: having a political science degree can help you get any of those jobs. I'm sure it can't hurt any. True, it's applicable for any degree, but this was to support the idea that Political Science IS marketable, and can be used to help get any of the jobs I listed.

[NY2CT]

Originally Posted by happeemommee

Thanks everyone for your replies. I guess I should clarify a couple things though. I'm not your typical college student, lol, I'm a mom with five daughters. I already have a two year degree, and had been majoring in education ( I still have a long way to go, so switching majors isn't a problem).However, when we moved to Kentucky ( so I can go to University of Kentucky) I was pretty much told that an education degree wouldn't get me into law school. I realize law school is a long shot ( GPA is pretty good, but with 5 kids, not many extra cirriculars or community service) so I don't want to be stuck with a degree that won't get me a job in the real world.

Thanks again!

Who told you that an education degree wouldn't get you into law school? Law schools don't care what degree you have as long as you did well. Law schools care about GPA and LSAT scores. Extracurricular activies and community service don't really matter although it wouldn't hurt to be a well rounded candidate.

IMO, one of the best majors for law school is English. Being a good writer is very important especially if you decide to become a litigator.

[J-Man]

Originally Posted by sedie80

Maybe where you live. Different states have different requirements. At least half of the ones I listed have that requirement where I live.

Point being: having a political science degree can help you get any of those jobs. I'm sure it can't hurt any. True, it's applicable for any degree, but this was to support the idea that Political Science IS marketable, and can be used to help get any of the jobs I listed.

"Marketable" means that a degree possesses a certain attractiveness to employers who are willing to recruit, hire, and pay someone with that specfic degree. In other words, what "value" the specific degree has in the marketplace.

Are you saying that half of the jobs you named list a political science degree as a requirement? I find that hard to believe. Or are you saying that half of these jobs list a college degree as a requirement?

[sun queen]

I think if this is your area of interest u should be prepared to get a masters or higher in the area to distinguish yourself and to be more marketable.

[Success09]

I made the mistake of focusing heavily on my education without considering getting the experience while in school....please don't make the same mistake