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Government & Politics of the United States

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
MoWe 9:30a.m. – 10:45a.m.		 Wheatley W01-0004 3 $1984 (guest students)
Date
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Time
MoWe 9:30a.m. – 10:45a.m.
Location
Wheatley W01-0004
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1984 (guest students)

Description

An introduction to the structures, processes, and results of the American governmental system. The course focuses on the national government and national political behavior, although state, regional, and local structures and issues are also introduced. Topics include institutions of government, political principles and ideologies, public opinion, political socialization, political parties, mass media, elections, interest groups, civil rights and civil liberties, public policies and policy making.

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024

Location

Wheatley W01-0004

Enrolled / Capacity

50 / 50

Status

Closed

Tuition*

$1984 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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