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Associate of Arts - Political Science

Mission College

Santa Clara campus — Santa Clara, California, United States

Study Level
Diploma · 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 10,080
Application Fee
USD 100
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer (AA-T in Political Science) is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU institution for students who plan to transfer and complete a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Spanish. California Community College students who are awarded an Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer (AA-T in Political Science) are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system and given priority admission consideration to their local CSU institution or to a program that is deemed similar to their community college major. The Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer is designed to involve students in the examination of the structure of government and the political systems in this and other nations. The curriculum covers the interaction and responsibilities of citizens and social institutions in those systems. This program offers insights into these events on the local, state, national and international levels and these insights also encourage involvement of the citizenry. Students completing this program successfully will be able to identify and explain the sources of and reasons for democratic government. Students will also be able to classify and explain the various kinds of governments other nations have. In addition, students will be able to define and trace the historical development of the modern international system. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to identify and describe major political institutions. Students will be able to analyze the exercise of power. Students will be able to apply theories and concepts of Political Science to real world events and situations.
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Field of study
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Credential
2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 10,080
Application fee
USD 100
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
8 November 2026
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Santa Clara campus

Santa Clara, California, United States

3000 Mission College Boulevard

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

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About the Institution

Mission College is a public two-year community college located in the City of Santa Clara, and in the heart of the Silicon Valley. Mission College's first priorities are students, their learning and their success. Our College serves the diverse educational, economic and cultural needs of the student population of Santa Clara, the Silicon Valley and our global community by providing associate degrees, transferable, career and basic-skills courses and programs, as well as opportunities for life-long learning. Mission College prides itself in providing an environment conducive to diverse learning...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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