Political Science Major
Students cannot double major in the Political Science Major in conjunction with Legal Studies, Global Politics, or American Politics and Policy Majors. However, they can double major in the specials (i.e. Legal Studies, Global Politics, American Politics and Policy can be combined).
39 Credit Hours
At least one course from each of the following areas - 18 credits
American Government
Comparative Politics
International Relations
Legal Studies
Methods
Political Theory
Experiential Application
GOVT XXXX: Study Away
GOVT XXXX: Directed Research
Required Courses List - 21 credit hours
Political Science Sample Plan of Study
Following is one possible way to complete the major.
Students should fill in gaps with coursework required for the core curriculum and other majors/minors to take an average of 14 credit hours each fall and spring, and 3-4 credit hours each Interim. Total credit hours needs to be 124 for degree completion.
Political Science Sample Plan of Study [This will open a Google Sheet, which you can view as well as make and save a copy of.]