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Political Science Program of Study

Every effort is made to ensure this information is current, but please be aware that some content may have changed. There is no substitute for developing a careful course registration plan in consultation with your advisor. The class sequence listed is suggested only. The final decision rests with the student and academic advisor.

Students should plan to complete some courses during summer school if they wish to complete graduation requirements in a four-year period. Students are encouraged to consider taking a foreign language as part of their general education program. (See appropriate section of catalog.) Please see catalog for a complete listing of program requirements. 

Students select 9 hours of electives in the program from any of the following three areas: American Politics, Public Administration and Policy, International Relations/Comparative. 

Students should consult a political science advisor to select appropriate electives. 

2023-24 Academic Year

Freshman - 1st semester
ENG 102 English Composition Skills (General Studies CAT 1) (3)
Math or Science by advisement (General Studies CAT 3 or CAT 7) (3)
HIS 120 World History (General Studies CAT 10) (3)
POS 100 American National Government OR POS 110 Intro to World Politics (3)
General Studies by advisement (3)

Freshman - 2nd semester
CNA 100 Principles of Human Communication (General Studies CAT 2) (3)
Math or Science by advisement (General Studies CAT 3 or CAT 7) (3)
POS 110 Introduction to World Politics OR POS 100 American National Government (3)
General Studies by advisement (6)

Sophomore - 1st semester
POS upper level major course(s) by advisement (3-6)
Minor course(s) (3-6)
General Studies by advisement (3)

Sophomore - 2nd semester
POS upper level major courses by advisement (6)
Minor course (3)
General Studies by advisement (6)

Junior - 1st semester
POS major courses by advisement (6)
Minor course(s) (3-6)
Elective (3)

Junior - 2nd semester
POS major courses by advisement (6-9)
Minor course(s) (3-6)
Elective (3)

Senior
POS 490 Junior/Senior Research Seminar or POS 499 Senior Honors Colloquium (3)

Continue coursework to fulfill remaining major, minor, and graduation requirements.