Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership, BA
Do you want to help reshape society? With the skills you gain from this solid academic foundation, you'll leave ASU prepared to meet today's challenges --- whether you create foreign or domestic policy, build a nonprofit that strengthens communities or lead a business that impacts the lives of many.
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STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
International students (F1), this program is not eligible for the STEM-OPT extension.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
The Bachelor of Arts program in civic and economic thought and leadership incorporates the study of political philosophy, economic thought, history, and foundational texts and ideas in American politics.
Faculty teach using the Socratic method, which challenges you to analyze the complex topics that impact lives today. You refine your ability to read closely, think analytically, write carefully and speak effectively.
You have internship opportunities on Capitol Hill, in congressional offices in your district, with nonprofit organizations or in an area of your academic interest. These internships enable you to build your resume with professional experience and network with potential future employers. Global intensive experiences allow you to study in places such as Romania and India. You also engage with world-renowned scholars who visit ASU through the school's public programs.
In addition to reviewing the guidelines in the Concurrent Program Options section below, if you are interested in pursuing concurrent or second baccalaureate degrees in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, you can visit The College's website for more information and requirements.
Courses
Explore a sample list of courses you may take in this program.
| Sample courses |
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| CEL 100 Great Ideas of Politics and Ethics |
| CEL 110 Civic Thought and Leadership in Action |
| CEL 200 Great Debates in American Constitutionalism and Politics |
| CEL 352 Debating Capitalism |
| CEL 475 Statesmanship and American Grand Strategy |
| CEL 484 Internship |
Course checksheet and curriculum archive
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All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form (opens in new window) for information about how to change a major to this program.
Explore expanded study opportunities
This program allows you to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. As a high-achieving student, accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for you to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of your master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Approval to pursue the accelerated master's is typically granted during the junior year of your bachelor's degree program. If you are interested, you can learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
When you pursue concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”), you earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with your academic advisor, you can create your own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
Students in the School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership have a variety of global and domestic experiential courses available to them. Whether they involve practicing leadership skills in a rural Indian village, examining the politics and cultures of Europe in Romania, or studying Aristotle in the Arizona mountains, all of these courses ask students to cultivate curiosity, excellence and leadership.
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students recieve financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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Build the career and future you want
Our graduates are prepared for a variety of career paths, including:
| Career | Growth | Median Salary | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Program Director | 1.8% | $104,590 | Learn more |
| High School Teacher | -0.2% | $72,040 | Learn more |
| Historian | 3.0% | $76,750 | Learn more |
| Judge | 2.8% | $153,990 | Learn more |
| Lawyer | 4.7% | $159,670 | Learn more |
| Mediator | 4.7% | $75,530 | Learn more |
| Political Analyst | -2.0% | $142,080 | Learn more |
| Politician | Not available | Not available | Learn more |
| Social Services Director | 7.2% | $80,390 | Learn more |
| Technical Writer | 0.8% | $90,390 | Learn more |
Example job titles and salaries listed are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
More about careers
Graduates are inspired and prepared to lead and serve in civil society, public affairs or government.
Possible career paths include business, education, foreign service, government, law, politics, national security affairs and public office.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
School of Civic & Economic Thought and Leadership
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COOR 6611
scetladvising@asu.edu
480-965-0155
Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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