Political Science
- Major
- Minor
Students in the political science program at St. Cloud State University learn how governments and political parties influence policies and practices around the world. You'll study the role voters, nonvoters and polling play in political and government decision-making. Through a range of core courses, you'll get a local and global perspective on government, international relations and political theory. Your internship and campus activities and organizations will give you a chance to put what you learn into practice. As a political science graduate you'll have options for work in government, law or education.
Program Requirements
Political Science and International Relations
Political Science Scholarships
Minnesota Transfer Pathway
Program Highlights
- The Political Science discipline is also available as a minor to complement another major.
- Practical experience in congressional offices, political campaigns, law offices and with Minnesota legislators or various national, state, and local agencies that often leads to permanent positions.
- Bachelor of arts leads to law school, graduate school or public service careers.
- Campus organizations and opportunities to develop leadership skills, networking and socializing.
- Select classes are available online.
Student Organizations
- Student Government
- International Relations Club
- College Republicans
- SCSU College Democrats
Popular Careers
- Public Policy/Administration
- Political/Elections Analyst
- Media/Public Relations
- Legislator/Lobbyist
- Urban/Regional Planner
- High School Teacher
- FBI/CIA Agent