Political Science Major
Through a set of core courses and a focus on one of four concentrations, students will develop political awareness and an understanding of the the critical thinking and research skills that allow them to participate effectively as citizens in a rapidly globalizing world.
Each student takes the required four core courses and then chooses one of four concentrations: American government, law and government, world affairs or general political science.
All students must select a concentration.
Those selecting American government, law and government or world affairs concentrations are required to take 16 credit hours of courses from a menu of options listed for that concentration. The remaining 8 credit hours will be of their choice from any concentration.
Degree Requirements for a Major in Political Science
Core requirements
| PSC 100 | Introduction to Government and World Affairs | 4 |
| PSC 200 | American Government | 4 |
| PSC 201 | World Affairs | 4 |
| PSC 270 | Research Methods for Government and World Affairs | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Concentration requirements
Electives (from any concentration)
Research-intensive requirement
One 400 level course (
PSC 270 is a prerequisite)
Total Credit Hours: 44