Political Science Department

Political Science  

The Political Science major is ideal for students with broad interests in American politics, international relations, comparative politics, political theory, and law. Students are prepared for a wide range of government, nonprofit, and private sector careers, including law school and graduate school.

Political Science/Civic and Nonprofit Leadership

The Civic and Nonprofit Leadership option emphasizes US public administration, public policy, and nonprofits. Students gain valuable technical skills, such as public budgeting and Geographic Information Systems, and are well-prepared for public sector, state and city management, nonprofit, and urban planning careers.

Political Science/International Studies

The International Studies option emphasizes international relations and comparative politics, including interdisciplinary courses in Economics, Geography, History, and World Languages. This option provides a well-rounded degree to prepare students for careers in global politics, diplomacy, international development, and advocacy.

Peace Corps Prep Program

The Peace Corps Prep program will prepare you for international development fieldwork and potential Peace Corps service. To accomplish this, you’ll build four core competencies through interrelated coursework, hands-on experience, and professional development support.

Moot Court

Students work as teams of attorneys preparing to make arguments at the appellate court level, with these arguments requiring not only intellectual and verbal dexterity but also knowledge of actual federal and state level court opinions. 

Model Illinois Government

Students prepare for a simulation that takes place each March in Springfield, using the same facilities of our state government officials

Model United Nations

Students take on the role of global and diplomatic leaders in a range of Model UN simulations.