An interdisciplinary field encompassing elements of political theory, government, international relations, law, public policy and strategic communications, political science opens doors to careers in public affairs, governance, journalism and the nonprofit world. It is also one of the most common gateways to law school. This discipline doesn’t just produce job seekers, but highly engaged and informed citizens.
Understand the courses you’ll take, the curriculum requirements to meet, how you’ll progress through the program, and the concepts you’ll gain mastery of. The Department of Political Science also offers two minor program options. Get all the detailed information you’re looking for.
Through Ȧ’s Washington Week/Congressional Internship Program, our students have the opportunity to intern for a week in a Rhode Island congressional office in Washington, D.C.
“I had the most amazing professor and pre-law advisor in Ȧ Associate Professor of Political Science Tom Schmeling. He lit a fire in me.”
Experience the work that congressional staff do every day through the Ȧ Washington Week/Congressional Internship Program.
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences is a community of scholars that pride themselves on academic excellence, diversity and service.
