B.A. MAJOR - POLITICAL SCIENCE (Minor Required)

OPTION A - GENERAL (42 S.H.)

         REQUIRED COURSES (6 S.H.)

120 Introduction to American Politics (3)
280 Political Research I-Secondary (3)

ELECTIVES (36 S.H.)

Thirtysix (36) credit hours in political science are required with at least fifteen semester hours at the 300 level or above, and at least three semester hours in each of the following areas: American Field, Comparative Politics Field, Theory Field, and International Field. See preceding list of fields and courses.

OPTION B - INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (42 S.H.)

This option enables students to earn a B.A. degree in Political Science by specializing in International Relations. Although some courses can be taken on an elective basis, a core of five courses is required. Some of these are offered once in two years. A degree in Political Science with an emphasis on International Relations may be combined with either a minor or a major in International Business, Economics, or Foreign Languages to broaden the scope of opportunities after graduation.

REQUIRED COURSES (15 S.H.)

120 Introduction to American Politics (3)
130 Introduction to International Relations (3)
135 Comparative Political Systems (3)
280 Political Research I-Secondary (3)
422 American Foreign Policy (3)

ELECTIVES (27 S.H.)

Students must take the remaining nine courses from the International and Comparative sub-fields. No more than three 200 level courses will apply towards the major requirements.

B.A.MINOR - POLITICAL SCIENCE (21 S.H.)

REQUIRED COURSES (3 S.H.)

120 Introduction to American Politics (3)

ELECTIVES (18 S.H.)

Eighteen (18) S.H. with at least 3 S.H. each in three of the four sub fields: American  Politics, Comparative Politics,  Political Theory, and International Politics.  

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

    The Bachelor of Science major and minor in Public Administration are designed to prepare students for an administrative career in public and non-profit agencies. The core curriculum of this program provides students with the competency areas recommended by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration.

    This program is uniquely designed to serve students seeking employment in the traditional fields of public service, as well as those intending to pursue graduate study in the more specialized areas of policy analysis and program management. Students in this program are strongly encouraged to work closely with their advisor to select a major/minor combination that serves the student’s career goals. See the Department of Political Science and Public Administration for more information and advising.  

B.S. MAJOR - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

    33 S.H. (Minor Required)    

REQUIRED COURSES (33 S.H.)

B.S. MINOR - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

    24 S.H.  

REQUIRED COURSES (24 S.H.)

        120  Introduction to American Politics (3)
        221  State & Local Government (3)
        228  Public Service (3)
        280  Political Research I - Secondary (3)
        410  Political Research II - Primary (3)
        425  Policy Studies (3)
        426  Politics of Public Budgeting (3)
        429  Policy Reform (3)