Understand the politics that shape our lives
国产麻豆AV鈥檚 political science program studies the organization and behavior of people, groups and institutions that make up political and governmental systems. You will be introduced to questions, perspectives and arguments about the political forces that shape your life.
A degree in political science incorporates historical, psychological, sociological, economic and philosophical dimensions to help you develop critical thinking, research and communication skills.
Chicago, one of the most dynamic political scenes in the United States, offers many opportunities for you to become involved in politics, non-profit organizations and advocacy organizations, allowing you to apply your coursework to real life situations.
You can earn a combined bachelor鈥檚 + master鈥檚 degree in Political Science and Journalism. This program allows you to complete a bachelor鈥檚 degree and a master鈥檚 degree in as few as five years.
We also offer the 3+3 BA/JD Program, which allows high-achieving first-year undergraduate students to be admitted simultaneously to the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (LAS) and the College of Law (LAW). You鈥檒l complete your first three years in LAS and your final three years in LAW.
The political science department also offers minors in American Politics, International Politics, and Public Law/Political Thought.