Indian River State College

What you'll study

The curriculum deepens understanding of American, state and local government and related public service agencies while broadening perspectives on ethical and economic issues. Typical subject matter and topics students encounter include:

• American government and international relations
• Economics and business technology foundations
• Urban and regional planning
• Organizational behavior and program management
• Emergency planning and response (through the Emergency Planning and Management concentration)
• Public policy, leadership and management in the public sector (through the Public Policy and Leadership concentration)

Entry requirements

The programme is offered at associate and bachelor levels. Specific admissions prerequisites and application steps are managed by the college; prospective students are encouraged to consult IRSC admissions for detailed entry criteria and the simple application process referenced by the college.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a range of early-career roles in government, law enforcement, emergency management and nonprofit management. The bachelor’s curriculum targets positions in local, county, state and federal public-sector organisations and roles that require planning, program management or emergency-response capabilities.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

IRSC provides information about financial aid, scholarships and affordable tuition options to help make the programme accessible. Prospective students should review the college’s financial aid resources to learn about grants, scholarships and other payment options.