Career fit quiz

Is Political Science Professor the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the political science professor career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the political science professor job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I love politics and policy
Statement 2 of 8I can stay neutral in class
Statement 3 of 8I enjoy teaching
Statement 4 of 8I like research
Statement 5 of 8I want public impact
Statement 6 of 8I’m willing to earn a doctorate
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 5–7 years after a bachelor’s training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $98,070 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Political science teachers, postsecondary, teach courses in political science, government and international relations at colleges and universities.

  • Teach government and politics courses
  • Conduct research
  • Analyze data on elections and policy
  • Publish research
  • Mentor students

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