Political Science Major, B.A.
Bachelor of Arts
The Department of Political Science offers opportunities to pursue your passions by gaining substantive knowledge, applied skills and the theoretical understanding and ethical bases for navigating the political world, whether your interests lie in American Politics, Public Policy, International Relations, Global Politics, Law, Campaigns and Elections, Advocacy, Leadership, Interest Groups, Parties, Social Justice, Public Administration, Native American Studies or Public Service.
While studying global and domestic politics, you can expand your educational opportunities in the Department-sponsored Model U.N., travel abroad programs, internship support and Pre-Law Advising and graduate school advising.
MSU Denver Political Science graduates go on to make a difference in both public and private sectors, and have continued their education at prestigious graduate and law schools. Whichever road you choose to run, we’ll guide you along the way with a fulfilling education.
Pursuing a degree in Political Science and Government opens up rewarding career opportunities across public, private, and nonprofit sectors. Graduates can pursue roles in government administration, policy analysis, legislative affairs, campaign management, international organizations, law, public advocacy, nonprofit leadership, intelligence, and journalism.
Our faculty are award-winning teacher-scholars devoted to providing high quality and enriching educational experiences.
Make sure you are on track to graduate by contacting an advisor, learn about program outcomes and view our courses to plan your schedule.
Accelerate your civic career with the Institute for Public Service
The MSU Denver Institute for Public Service serves as the university’s hub for civic engagement, equipping Roadrunners from all disciplines with concierge career development, innovative experiential learning, and pioneering curricular programs. Through offerings such as the Student Fellows (Public Interest Fellowships), the Presidential Federal Internship Program, The Solution Studio, and service-learning courses, students gain mentorship, project funding, and placement with government and nonprofit partners.
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Auraria Campus Location
King Center, Room – 498
Mailing Address
MSU Denver, Department of Political Science
Campus Box 43
P.O. Box 173362
Denver, CO. 80217-3362