Political Science BA

The Political Science major attracts students who want to achieve a better understanding of the political environments that shape human interaction. Majors are introduced to the dynamics of both domestic and global politics. Along with an understanding of political processes, they acquire a theoretical background for the study of political dynamics and the basic quantitative and qualitative tools for analyzing them. In addition to helping students prepare for graduate study, the major helps to prepare students for the world of work in government service, legal study, business, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), journalism, or teaching. 

All courses used to complete the major must have grades of "C" or better. 

Upon completion of this program a student is able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the major concepts and methods used in the study of the politics of the United States.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the major concepts and methods used in the study of international and comparative politics.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the major concepts and methods used in the study of political theory.
4. Demonstrate the ability to see the relationships between their own situation and their political, cultural, and social environment.
5. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills, including the capacity to form an argument and defend it with evidence.
6. Evaluate the nature and quality of their own arguments/evidence and the arguments/evidence of others.