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Our Students
Our Faculty
Political Science Major
Political Science Minor
Certificate Programs
Pre-Law Group
Courses
Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society
Our Alumni
Opportunities
Contact Us
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The political science major encourages students to analyze the theories, institutions, and processes of political systems; to develop continuing and responsible interest in political activities and public affairs; and to provide a basis for citizenship through a fundamental understanding of the nature of politics and political systems.
Political Science is one of the most attractive and adaptive majors for students seeking future in a variety of fields including law , public policy and administration, politics and government (at federal, state, and local levels), criminal justice, social studies education, social work, government affairs, journalism, organized labor, academia, and civic organizations. Whether you envision working at the local courthouse, in the U.S. Capitol, or in China, the political science major can provide the skills and knowledge to make such hopes a reality.
Our are involved in hands-on politics at the campus, local, state, national, and international levels. Click here to see what projects and activities in which our current students are engaged.
Our graduates have gone on to graduate school, law school, and successful employment in the private and public sectors. Click here to see how our are using their degrees in political science to build successful careers.
Political Science is one of the most attractive and adaptive majors for students seeking future in a variety of fields including law , public policy and administration, politics and government (at federal, state, and local levels), criminal justice, social studies education, social work, government affairs, journalism, organized labor, academia, and civic organizations. Whether you envision working at the local courthouse, in the U.S. Capitol, or in China, the political science major can provide the skills and knowledge to make such hopes a reality.
Our are involved in hands-on politics at the campus, local, state, national, and international levels. Click here to see what projects and activities in which our current students are engaged.
Our graduates have gone on to graduate school, law school, and successful employment in the private and public sectors. Click here to see how our are using their degrees in political science to build successful careers.
