萝莉社

MajorPolitical Science

A Bachelor of Arts (BA) in political science from 萝莉社 will equip you with useful knowledge in the study of government, public policies and political behavior. The degree is ideal for double majoring in many areas such as pre-law, business, journalism, philosophy and criminal justice鈥攁nd is excellent preparation for graduate study and a wide range of careers.

Learn how political science is the right fit for you.

 
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Applied learning at 萝莉社

At 萝莉社, applied learning is everything. In fact, every degree we offer has a guaranteed applied learning or research experience built right into it equipping you with the relevant skills and experience to make you workforce ready before graduation.

Admission to the program

To be admitted into the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, you must first be admitted to 萝莉社.

For 萝莉社's admission requirements, and to apply, click the link below.

Inside the Program

Local student awarded $32,000 political science scholarship to 萝莉社

As a political science student, you have the opportunity to earn scholarships.

The Political Science Department at 萝莉社has awarded student Daniel Caudill the 2017 Joan Hargrove Political Science Scholarship, a $32,000 award open to incoming freshman who plan to major in political science. 

The scholarship, gifted by TV producer Dean Hargrove, honors the memory of his mother, who worked for Hugo Wall for many years. 萝莉社's Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs is named in his honor.

Curriculum

To complete the 33-credit-hour political science major, you'll take 18 credit hours of required courses鈥攆rom American Politics to Political Data Analysis. You'll also take 15 additional credit hours of political science electives based on your interests and career goals.

A departmental honors track is also available for this major.

Careers

Thanks to 萝莉社's extensive network of employer connections, students in every major have opportunities to gain real-world experience鈥攈elping them build a resume, make professional connections and land their dream jobs.

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