Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Political Science] From Montana State University

Our students learn to analyze, interpret, and explain political phenomena through the lens, and with the methods, of a political scientist.  Our integrated curriculum challenges students to develop their critical thinking, communication, and research skills, preparing our graduates for citizenship and leadership, post-graduate study and diverse employment possibilities.  Political Science is an excellent background for students preparing for degrees in government, politics, civil society, the law, and the private sector.

As a Political Science major, you will construct an individualized course of study drawing on our rich curriculum, internship program, complimentary majors and minors, and study abroad opportunities. Students will take a lower division foundation block of five courses that introduces them to the sub-fields of Political Science and their modes of inquiry.  After completion of the five-class foundation block, students individualize their course of study while fulfilling their upper division coursework requirements and a research design class.