Skip To Top Navigation Skip To Content Skip To Footer
MSSU Early Closing (3PM) Monday, May 19, 2025
Due to the likelihood for severe weather this afternoon, MSSU will close at 3:00 PM to ensure the safety of all students, faculty and staff.

Political Science Minor

About the Minor:

The field of political science, essentially, is the study of government, politics and citizenship. With a Bachelor's degree in political science, students learn about the roles of government and influence of public policy. A degree can be applied to many different career paths, from government positions to journalism or teaching. This degree will instill a knowledgeable foundation of communication and analytical skills valued by employers of numerous industries.

What You'll Learn:

  • Demonstrate knowledge in the structure and processes of political institutions.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of various types of political systems and actors.
  • The student must demonstrate a knowledge of the philosophical and theoretical arguments that apply to various political and legal environments.
  • The student must apply philosophical and theoretical arguments to current issues in political and legal environments.
  • The student must demonstrate a knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
  • The student must demonstrate an ability to conduct analytical research.
  • The student must orally express concepts in the discipline with depth and clarity.
  • The student must write with proficiency commensurate with established standards in the Political Science Department.

This Minor is Great for You if:

  • You want to become a politician either at the local, state or national level.
  • You want to be a city manager or work in government at any level.
  • You want to work in the U.S. Foreign Service.

Options:

Current Catalog

Minors

Minor - Political Science
Minor - Legal Studies
Minor - International Politics

Certificates

Campaigns & Elections Certificate
International Politics & Diplomacy Certificate
Legal Studies Certificate
Political Communication Certificate