Political Science, Bachelor of Arts

 

 

Quick Facts

General Education Requirements:
37 hours
Required Courses: 21 hours
Selectives: 18 hours
Electives: 44 hours
Total: 120 hours

Full Program Requirements

Why Study Political Science?


The study of political science helps citizens better understand the workings of the world: from the laws that regulate individuals, businesses, and communities, to the change agents that spur transformation in society. Governors State University’s Bachelor of Arts in Political Science provides students with a comprehensive and multidisciplinary academic foundation that combines the study of political science with related fields of sociology, anthropology, history, and globalization.  

As a Political Science student, you will create a specialization to align with your personal and professional goals within one of the program’s four subfields: 

  • American Politics and Policy
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  • Comparative Political Analysis
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  • International and Global Politics
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  • Social Justice and Civic Engagement

Reach Your Career Goals

Political science graduates enter a variety of fields from politics at the local, state, and government levels, to careers in the private and nonprofit sectors. Many go on to complete graduate studies both in the political science field and in public administration, law, or business.

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<b>Full Program Requirements</b>

Full Program Requirements

You can find the complete guide to graduation requirements for your degree in our catalog.

<b>Program Faculty</b>

Program Faculty

Our favorable faculty-student ratios ensure lots of individual attention from our dedicated faculty members.

<b>How to Apply</b>

How to Apply

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<b>Cost and Financial Aid</b>

Cost and Financial Aid

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<b>Scholarships</b>

Scholarships

At GSU, many scholarships are available and can make your education even more affordable!

<b>All Academic Programs</b>

All Academic Programs

We offer many options for undergraduate degrees and minors, and even several 5-year programs that lead to completion of a Masters degree as well!

<b>Student Life</b>

Student Life

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<b>On-Campus Residence</b>

On-Campus Residence

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<b>Campus Location</b>

Campus Location

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