Political Science Major, B.A.
Bachelor of Arts
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Welcome to Our Department
Pursue your passions, gain knowledge, applied skills and the theoretical understanding and ethical bases for navigating the political world.
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.
Degree Options
What can I do with a Political Science major?
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.
Stories, News, and Events
Hailey Glass rewrites the book on student leadership
Provost’s Award recipient juggles full-time work, a rigorous major and grassroots service to prove that small acts can create
President’s Award winner finds her passion for civic leadership
Travel, competition and rigorous academics have prepared this MSU Denver student for a future in law school.
For aspiring attorneys, Mock Trial amounts to learning by doing
The competitions are part of what makes MSU Denver students sought after by law schools.
Meet Our Award-Winning Faculty and Advisors
Meet our Faculty
Our faculty are award-winning teacher-scholars devoted to providing high quality and enriching educational experiences.
Academic Advising
Make sure you are on track to graduate by contacting an advisor, learn about program outcomes and view our courses to plan your schedule.
Opportunities and Academic Support
Pre-Law Advising
Law school admissions are tricky. We can help with our extensive Pre-Law Advising Program.
Internships and Experiential Learning
Engage in Real-World Experiences with Extensive Internship and Experiential Learning Opportunities.
Scholarships and Academic Opportunities
From help with tuition, to Model UN and Student Organizations, Take Advantage of Your Opportunities.
Institute for Public Service
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.
Giving to the Department of Political Science
Your generous donations support MSU Denver students pursue their dreams.
Your tax-deductible donation will help the Department of Political Science continue to provide a quality and competitive education for our students.
Contact the Department of Political Science
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