B.A. in Political Science
The Department of Political Science offers a dynamic program for students interested in understanding political systems, public policy, and global affairs. The major prepares students for careers in government, public service, law, and related fields.
To earn a B.A. in Political Science, students must complete a minimum of 36 credits in POLI courses with a grade of C or better. These credits include:
- At least five lower-level courses (100–200 level)
- A minimum of 21 upper-level credits (300–400 level), including at least two 400-level courses
All majors are required to complete:
- POLI 100: American Government and Politics
Students must also complete one of the following:
- POLI 300: Quantitative Analysis in Political Science, or
- POLI 301: Research Methods in Political Science
Students are encouraged to complete their methods requirement during their sophomore or junior year.
The major may be completed with either a single subfield concentration or a dual subfield concentration, allowing students to tailor their studies to their academic and professional interests.