Upcoming Opportunities
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Political Science Tracks
International Studies - Major, Minor
Expand your perspective and gain knowledge relating to complex global issues. Study language, address problems relating to security, ethnic conflict and human rights, and practice interdisciplinary skills.
Law & Constitutional Studies - Major
Study various aspects of constitutional thought with an emphasis on the U.S. Constitution. Learn about constitutional history, theory and rights and gain an understanding of politics.
Political Science - Major, Minor
Reflect on your role as a citizen of the U.S. and the world and gain an understanding of government, politics, and political philosophy.
Leadership and Diplomacy - Certificate
This certificate of proficiency aims to increase student awareness, knowledge, and skills to make them more effective leaders, negotiators, and problem solvers in their respective careers.
Political Science Teaching - Minor
Study the many aspects of political science and prepare to gain licensure to teach social studies.
Master of Political Science - Graduate
Become an expert in government and political processes through engagement in meaningful discussion and research
Political Science Accelerated Master's - Graduate
Our accelerated degree program offers undergraduate students the ability to complete their Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Political Science in five years.
Global Peacebuilding - Certificate
Supplement your major and minor studies with an understanding of historical and contemporary causes of conflicts and efforts to create peace.
Philosophy, Politics, & Economics - Certificate
Develop foundational knowledge related to these disciplines by studying the principal texts that define them.
Program Highlights
Utah Court of Appeals' Visit to USU was Informational and Inspirational
Earlier this semester, the Utah State University Political Science Department hosted Utah Court of Appeals proceedings on the Logan campus. Three judges including John D. Luthy, a College of Humanities and Social Sciences alumnus, heard two property dispu...
CHaSS Student Spotlight: Beau Jenson
Beau Jenson is a double major in history and political science who interned at the Utah State Capitol this summer. Jenson was awarded support from the Experiential Learning Fund to facilitate the internship.
Upcoming Events
Get Involved
Study political science, engage in activism, participate in debate and interact with like-minded students.
Center for the Study of American Constitutionalism
Read publications, listen to guest speakers and interact with the American Constitution outside of your classroom.
College Democrats
As a branch of the College Democrats of America, this organization works to engage students in local, state and national issues and elections through student volunteer work.
College Republicans
Help advance Republican awareness through activism, social activities and volunteer opportunities.
Pi Sigma Alpha
Join the only national honors society in the United States dedicated to students of political science.
Pre-Law Study Group
Prepare for a career in law or continued education in law school by attending conferences, lectures, panels and LSAT study sessions.
Study Abroad
Expose yourself to other cultures, learn new languages and enrich your college experience through international travel and study.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Utah State University offers many options for financial aid, including university level scholarships and aid available to specific colleges and majors.