Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
The major in Political Science provides a comprehensive understanding of politics – a process by which benefits and burdens are given out through public means. It does so by acquainting students with the literature of the discipline in six areas of specialization:
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American politics
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Comparative politics
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International politics
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Law
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Political theory
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Public policy and analysis
The major equips students with the methodological tools necessary for sound and critical analysis of political institutions and of processes by which public policy is formed. Faculty members also seek to engage students in a partnership of research and other scholarly endeavors and in service to the community.
Special admission requirements: To declare a major in political science, criminal justice, or international studies, students – including transfer students – must have earned a GPA of at least 2.50 in all prior college work. First semester students who wish to declare a major in one of the above programs must have an ACT composite score of at least 21 or an SAT score of at least 990.
For those interested in a major in Political Science, go to our Degree Check Sheets web page for a detailed list of course requirements.
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