Political Science

Overview

As political science majors at USU, students will gain theoretical and factual understanding of international and national governments, politics and political philosophies. Through discussion-based classroom experiences and research experiences, students will be able to gain hands-on experience interacting with the tenets of government functions and duties. Students will learn to reflect on their role in society and communicate those expectations clearly.

Real World Application

Graduates of this program leave having developed communication, research and analysis skills that are highly sought after in professional settings. Many students move on to graduate studies and law school. Graduates seeking employment after graduation will be prepared to pursue careers as lobbyists, intelligence analysts, campaign consultants and more.

Program Highlights