The Political Science Program | Academic Requirements
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The Political Science Program:
B.A. Academic Requirements

In addition to meeting general degree requirements, all political science majors must complete each of the following requirements (35–39 credits) with a grade of C or higher:

1. POL 1570/Introduction to U.S. Politics (3 credits; freshman year)
2. POL 2170/Political Theory I or
   POL 2180/Political Theory II (4 credits; sophomore year)
3. POL 3500/Research in Political Science (4 credits; junior year)
4. ECO 1500/Macroeconomic Theory I (4 credits)
5. Two courses in U.S. politics and law, 2000-level or above (6–8 credits)
6. Two courses in comparative politics and international relations, 2000-level or above (6–8 credits)
7. POL 4990/Senior Project (must be taken for two semesters; 8 credits)

Refer to The Senior Project for additional information.

Note: In addition, students are expected to take courses appropriate to their specific interests in political science in order to fulfill College requirements for upper-level coursework.

Updated July 25, 2008