Political Science

Political science is one of the oldest academic disciplines. Yet, because it concerns both up-to-the-minute political issues and entrenched philosophical differences, it is as relevant and exciting as this morning’s breaking news.

With a bachelor degree in political science from Frostburg State University, you will develop an understanding of the theory, institutions and processes associated with politics in the United States, other nations and between nations. FSU’s location, so close to Washington, D.C., and Annapolis, Md, places it near the heart of our nation’s government, which provides you with extraordinary opportunities for internships and field experiences.

Through your political science major you will develop excellent writing, analysis and research skills that will be an asset to you in graduate school, your career and throughout life.

 

We offer a broad array of courses covering US politics, comparative politics, international relations, and political theory. Our major boasts small class sizes, regular contact with professors, and prepares students for future employment in both the public and private sectors.

This strong academic grounding has allowed our majors to become elected officials legislative staff, and employees in an array of local, state, and federal positions. Our graduates have also pursued careers in law enforcement, the criminal justice systems, and the field of law; additionally, our graduates are also prepared for employment in mid-level management jobs in the private sector and have gone into banking, corporate management, educational consulting, small local businesses, as well as communications and tech companies. In addition, many of our graduates go on to graduate or law school.

Political Science is part of the FSU Department of Law, Society & Humanities.