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College of Arts and Sciences

Political Science

In this program, you’ll learn to write and argue concisely and effectively - valuable skills in virtually any career. Most graduates end up in law, government, politics, and business.

The political science program combines in-class knowledge with practical experience. Professors stress strong reading and writing skills and the ability to discuss ideas.

At NSU, political science study takes place in a student-centered environment, where the course of study is tailored to your individual needs. Small class size allows for a more dynamic learning experience, in which faculty members get to know each student. We place students in the right courses and internships designed to promote success.

Political science majors often earn a graduate degree or attend law school. Learn more at NSU Graduate Studies and NSU Preprofessional Programs.

Careers

The majority of political science graduates with a bachelor's degree work for private, for-profit businesses in sales, marketing, media, upper-level management and administration. Many are self-employed or work in federal, state or local government organizations, including legislative and judicial bodies, departments of labor and justice, and local government. Others work as elementary or secondary school teachers.

Potential job titles include community organizer and activist, government executive, legislator, post-secondary teacher, public interest advocate, and public interest lawyer, writer, editor or public relations specialist.

For more information on careers in your major or help choosing a major, contact the NSU Career Center.

Internships

NSU political science students have interned at the White House and in the U.S. Senate and South Dakota Legislature. NSU political science majors are encouraged to pursue such internships.

NSU College of Arts and Sciences Internships

Scholarships

Arts and Sciences Scholarships

NSU Scholarships

Course Requirements

Political Science (BA) Course Requirements

Political Science Minor Course Requirements

Plans of Study

Political Science (BA) Plan of Study

Our Faculty

Ken Blanchard

Department

College of Arts and Sciences

History and Social Sciences

Programs

Political Science

Jon Schaff

Department

College of Arts and Sciences

History and Social Sciences

Programs

Political Science

B.A. St. John's University

M.A. University of Wyoming

Ph.D Loyola University Chicago

Jon Schaff teaches courses on the American political institutions, American political thought, and politics and religion. His main areas of scholarly interest include the political thought and presidency of Abraham Lincoln, the idea of progress in the American mind, and other issues in the field of American political development.

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College of Arts and Sciences

The largest academic unit on campus, the College of Arts and Sciences prepares students for the global workplace, further study in graduate and professional programs.

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