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 critical thinking and research skills that allow them to participate effectively as citizens in a rapidly globalizing world.
Each student takes the required five 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; one course must be at the 400 level to meet the research intensive requirement.
Degree Requirements for a Major in Political Science
Core requirements
| PSC 100 | Introduction to Government and World Affairs | 4 |
| PSC 101 | Introduction to American Government | 4 |
| PSC 102 | Introduction to International Relations | 4 |
| PSC 269 | Research Methods for Political Science | 4 |
| PSC 270 | Political Analysis | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 20 |
Concentration requirements
Electives (from any concentration)
Research-intensive requirement
One 400 level course from concentration or elective courses (
PSC 270 is a prerequisite)
Total Credit Hours: 44