Political Science
About the Major
For students intending to pursue a career in or related to the public sector, the political science major is ideal. Majors gain an understanding of how politics and government operate, governmental values, and critical and analytic skills necessary for understanding the political arena. Courses include areas as diverse as American and comparative politics, international relations, political theory, public administration, and public policy. Students are encouraged to serve in a political internship, participate in an overseas studies program, and to conduct independent research with faculty.
Our graduates have gone on to become...
- The Managing Editor for The Onion
- An Intelligence Analyst for the National Security Agency
- A U.S. Congresswoman
Possible Careers for this Major
Prehealth & Prelaw
Any CLAS major may prepare you for admission to professional schools such as medical school, vet school, law school, etc.
For more possibilities visit the Career Resource Center Web Site
- Legislator
- Lobbyist
- Mediator
- Policy Analyst
- Political Commentator
- Public Opinion Analyst
- University Administrator
- Advocate
- Administrator
- Analyst
- Archivist
- Campaign Operative
- City Planner
- Communications Director
- Intelligence Officer
- Journalist
Cool Courses You Might Take
- Arab-Israeli Conflict (CPO 4401)
- Politics of Education (PUP 4404)
- Race, Law and the Constitution (POS 4624)
- Rich and Poor Nations (INR 4035)
- For more course descriptions, please visit the course descriptions page in the Undergraduate catalog
Some Unique Opportunities in this Major
- Specializations available in International Relations,
Political Campaigning, and Public Affairs
- Political Internships
- Close relations with related college units, including the Center for European Studies, Center for Latin American Studies, Center for African Studies and the Graham Center for Public Service
- For more opportunities, please refer to the department website
