Details: Political Science, Minor, LAS

MinorPolitical Science

A minor in political science from 麻豆破解版 State will give you a basic background in the study of government, public policies and political behavior. The minor compliments many majors such as pre-law, business, journalism, philosophy and criminal justice鈥攁nd provides knowledge useful in a wide range of careers.

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At 麻豆破解版 State, applied learning is everything. In fact, every degree we offer has a guaranteed applied learning or research experience built right into it equipping you with the relevant skills and experience to make you workforce ready before graduation.

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Admission to the program

To take courses in the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, you must first be admitted to 麻豆破解版 State.

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Inside the Program

Student Daniel Caudill received the 2017 Joan Hargrove Political Science Scholarship.

Local student awarded $32,000 political science scholarship to WSU

As a political science student, you have the opportunity to earn scholarships.

The Political Science Department at 麻豆破解版 State University has awarded student Daniel Caudill the 2017 Joan Hargrove Political Science Scholarship, a $32,000 award open to incoming freshman who plan to major in political science.

The scholarship, gifted by TV producer Dean Hargrove, honors the memory of his mother, who worked for Hugo Wall for many years. WSU's Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs is named in his honor.

Curriculum

To complete the 15-credit-hour political science minor, you'll take one required course鈥擜merican Politics. You'll also take 12 additional credit hours, including six hours of upper-division political science courses, based on your interests and career goals.

Careers

Thanks to WSU's extensive network of employer connections, students in every major have opportunities to gain real-world experience鈥攈elping them build a resume, make professional connections and land their dream jobs.

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