Political Science and Government, General

CIP 45.1001 Associate Certificate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

129

153 total including inactive

States

Across 20 states

Graduates (2024)

1,802

Total completions

Political Science and Government, General is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 20 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Arizona and Texas.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$136,550

Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers

Job Growth

+4.5%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$1,288

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $8,100, and the work is primarily indoor with light physical demands — suited for analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 893 (49.6%)

Female: 909 (50.4%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 1,799 (99.8%)

Certificate: 3 (0.2%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Conventional

Enterprising

Investigative

organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others; research, analysis, and problem-solving

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Organization
Data management
Leadership roles
Sales
Conducting research
Solving complex problems

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Organized

✓ Detail-oriented

✓ Confident

✓ Persuasive

✓ Analytical

✓ Curious

💡 Interests

● Organization

● Data management

● Leadership roles

● Sales

● Conducting research

● Solving complex problems

⭐ Work Values

♦ Active Listening

♦ Monitoring

♦ Achievement

♦ Knowledge

♦ Accuracy

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others; research, analysis, and problem-solving?

Are you comfortable working indoor with light physical demands?

Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?

Do you value active listening?

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

• Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
• Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
• Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer routine tasks
• Those who avoid public speaking or sales
• Those who dislike repetitive tasks

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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.