I'm trying to narrow down where I might apply for political science. Can anyone suggest top schools for studying poli sci, especially if they have strong internship opportunities?
Sure, there are several colleges renowned for their Political Science programs and network of internship opportunities.
1. Harvard University: It's highly reputed for its Government department and its close proximity to Boston offers students countless internships at governmental agencies and think tanks.
2. Columbia University: Its Political Science department is known for its research, and being in New York City provides access to numerous political internships.
3. University of California, Berkeley: A leading political science program, it benefits from relation to Silicon Valley, offering unique internships.
4. The University of Chicago: Known for quantitative approaches in Political Science, this school has solid connections with political organizations in the city.
5. Stanford University: Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, Stanford offers a great Political Science program with a focus on data skills which can be leveraged for internships.
6. Georgetown University: This school in Washington D.C. majors in political science and has strong government and international internship opportunities due to its location.
A word of caution: wherever you apply, make sure you’re not just considering the ranking or reputation of the program but also gauging if the college would be a good overall fit for you in terms of size, location, culture, and more.
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