BA in Political Science

Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University offers a standard major and minor in political science as well as concentrations in American public policy, public law and international and comparative politics. These majors may appeal to you if you have a career interest in politics and government, business, education or law. As a political science student at WMU, you will have the opportunity to participate regularly in special programs and student organizations such as Mock Trial, the Pre-Law Society, College Republicans and College Democrats. WMU’s Institute of Government and Politics plans lectures and events that may also be of interest to you.You are urged to gain valuable, hands-on experience by interning in an office where people practice politics, policymaking, law or international development. Opportunities are available in southwest Michigan, Lansing, Washington, D.C., and even internationally. The Capital Intern Program provides transportation for selected students to work in Lansing during the spring semester.

College of Arts and Sciences