Political Science Major - American Public Policy Concentration

This concentration is designed for students who wish to study American government and public policy in depth, yet gain exposure to the broader discipline of political science as well. It aims to prepare students to pursue advanced degrees or careers in policy making, politics, law and public service. The concentration provides for students completing the program to receive designation of this specialization on their transcript.

Students interested in a major in political science with a concentration in American public policy should see the designated departmental advisor.

A grade of “C” or better is required in all courses in the major in political science with a concentration in American public policy.

Program Requirements

For the political science major concentration in American public policy, a student must complete the following:

Two additional PSCI courses at 2000-level or above (6 hours)

Baccalaureate-Level Writing Requirement

One course to be chosen from:

PSCI 4050 - National Public Policy Credits: 3 hours
PSCI 4210 - Gender and Law Credits: 3 hours
PSCI 4500 - Seminar in International and Comparative Politics Credits: 3 hours
PSCI 4900 - Political Science Honors Seminar Credits: 3 hours
PSCI 4940 - Seminar in Political Science Credits: 3 hours

Political Science Major - American Public Policy Concentration

Program Requirements

Required Core Courses (21 hours)

One political theory course to be chosen from:

Two methods courses:

One international relations or comparative politics course to be chosen from:

Three of the following courses (9 hours)

Two additional PSCI courses at 2000-level or above (6 hours)

Baccalaureate-Level Writing Requirement