About the course

The BA with an interdepartmental major in Political Science and Economics explores important issues arising in both the public and private sectors and provides students with the basic theoretical tools necessary to investigate these issues. Students are required to take foundational courses in economics, two math courses and a statistics class. Political Science offers course options in Institutional Analysis and Governance, Politics in the Developing World, Politics of the European Union, and International Political Economy, among others. Economics offers upper level course work in International Trade, Monetary Economics, Economic Development, and others. The interdepartmental major in Political Science and Economics introduces students to the methods used by each of the two disciplines to study public-sector and private-sector decision making as well as the role of government in a complex society. Students who choose this interdepartmental major often plan to attend law school or to work in public policy careers or business. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Bloomington
Summer (May), 2024	Bloomington
Fall (August), 2024	Bloomington
Spring (January), 2025	Bloomington
Summer (May), 2025	Bloomington
Fall (August), 2025	Bloomington
Spring (January), 2026	Bloomington
Summer (May), 2026	Bloomington

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Indiana University - Bloomington

You must earn a diploma from an accredited high school (or must have completed the Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma) to be eligible for admission consideration. Students who are homeschooled or attend an alternative school should submit credentials that demonstrate equivalent levels of achievement and ability. Incoming freshmen must submit complete final secondary school transcripts.SAT scores for admitted freshmen is typically 1180–1380, range of ACT scores is typically 25–32. IELTS - 6.5,TOEFL (internet-based test) -79, TOEFL(paper-based test)-550. Students have the equivalent of a B average or higher in secondary school.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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