College of Arts, Design & Communication
Political Science
Government, institutions, policy, and political behavior.
About this program
A political science degree covering American government, comparative politics, and public policy, with a required research-methods course.
What you will be able to do
- Analyze how a bill becomes law at the state and federal level
- Evaluate a public policy using cost-benefit and equity criteria
- Apply constitutional principles to current legal disputes
- Complete an original research paper in a senior seminar
Courses you will take
A sample of required coursework. Full requirements are in the official catalog.
| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| POLS 1000 | American Government |
| POLS 3100 | Public Policy Analysis |
| POLS 3300 | Constitutional Law |
| POLS 4900 | Senior Seminar in Political Science |
| General education & support courses | Title |
|---|---|
| POLS 3500 | Research Methods in Political Science |
| SOC 1000 | Introduction to Sociology |
Where graduates go
- Legislative Aide
- Policy Analyst
- Paralegal
- Campaign Staffer
Median starting salary for recent graduates: $44,700. Reported placement within six months of graduation: 78%.
DegreeB.S.
Credits120
Typical length4 years
CollegeArts, Design & Communication
Median starting salary$44,700
Placement78%
Take the next step.
Applications for fall are open. No fee, no essay, and a decision in about two weeks.