Political Science BA Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Political Science. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BA in Political Science Studies
120
Every undergraduate degree required at least 120 credits to complete. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. Students pursuing a BA degree must reach Level IV in a foreign language, which may take up to 12 credits.
Credits for Major in Political Science
39
To complete the major, 39 credits are required:18 are core credits required in political science, 18 credits in electives and 3 credits in a senior seminar.
General Education Credits Required for a BA in Political Science
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| POL 0158-101 Introduction American Political System BA Political Science/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| POL 0158-102 Introduction to Politics BA Political Science/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course¹ Level I BA Political Sci/Gen Ed Requirement |
3 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| 16 credits |
¹Students may elect to sit for language competency exam.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| POL 0158-260 Comp Political Analysis BA Political Science/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| POL 0158 Elective Select 1 course BA Political Science Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level II BA Political Science/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| POL 0158-240/241 Select Ancient or Modern Political Theory BA Political Science/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| POL 0158-280 Theory & Practice International Relations BA in History Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level III BA Political Science Requirement |
3 credits |
| Natural Science Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirements |
3-4 credits |
| Humanities Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| POL 0158-246 Research Design & Methods BA Political Science/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| POL 0158 Elective Select 1 course BA Political Science Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level IV BA Political Science Requirement |
3 credits |
| Natural Science Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirements |
3-4 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| American Government & Politics/Political Issues & Public Policies Select 200 course from above BA Political Science Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quant Reasoning Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Arts Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| POL 0158 Elective Select 1 course BA Political Science Requirement |
3 credits |
| POL 0158 Elective Select 1 course BA Political Science Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quant Reasoning Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Arts Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Pol Science Senior Seminar Course Select 1 course BA Political Science Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| POL 0158 Elective Select 1 course BA Political Science Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
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