Political Science BA

Political science graduates work in a wide variety of fields. The BA in Political Science will help to enable politically-active students to pursue a formalized program of study that includes opportunities for internships with local, state, and federal governmental agencies. These learning opportunities will provide the students connections and valuable experience to launch their careers in political science.

Degree Requirements

General Education Program	34 Hours
Social science majors cannot double-count courses that satisfy both their major and GEP requirements. Social science majors must take SOSC 1110 to fulfill the GEP social science requirement. Further information is in the General Education Program or can be obtained from the dean’s office.
Political Science Core Courses	42 Hours
University Electives	44 Hours

Total Hours Required	120 Hours

SPECIAL NOTE: Social science majors must achieve a minimum grade of “C” in each required social science course (both in the Core and Upper Division categories) in order to graduate.

Political Science Major (Minimum of 42 Hours)

Political Science Foundational Core Courses (15 Hours)

Complete the following 5 courses:

National Government (6 Hours)

Complete any 2 of the following courses:

Comparative Politics

Complete any 2 of the following courses:

Political Theory (6 Hours)

Complete any 2 of the following courses:

International Relations (6 Hours)

Complete any 2 of the following courses:

Political Science Capstone (3 Hours)

Complete any 1 of the following courses. A minimum of 3 credit hours is required.

Elective Courses (44 Hours)

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