Sample Four Year Plan -- B.A. in Political Science
Please note that this plan is for sample purposes only. Be sure to consult with the PLS Department Advisor about specific academic, professional and personal goals, along with available options such as interdisciplinary minors, the Public Administration Concentration and the Departmental Honors Program. This will help you to select the best mix of classes and applied learning opportunities to enhance your educational experience in studying political science at Eastern Illinois University.
Year One
| Fall | Spring |
| PLS 1153G |
PLS 2001 |
| PLS 1003 or 2253G |
PLS 1003 or 2253G |
| General Education |
General Education |
| General Education |
General Education |
| General Education |
General Education |
| |
General Education |
Year Two
| Fall | Spring |
| PLS 2033 |
PLS 2603 or 2703 |
| PLS 2103 |
PLS (American/Public Policy/Public Administration) |
| PLS 2603 or 2703 |
PLS (Comparative/International) |
| General Education |
General Education |
| General Education |
Elective |
Year Three
| Fall | Spring |
| PLS (Public Law/Political Theory) |
PLS Applied Experience |
| PLS Field Elective |
Elective |
| PLS Field Elective |
Elective |
| Elective |
Elective |
| Elective |
Elective |
Year Four
| Fall | Spring |
| Senior Seminar |
PLS Field Elective or PLS 4600 |
| PLS Field Elective or PLS 4600 |
Elective |
| Elective |
Elective |
| Elective |
Elective |
| Elective |
Elective (If Needed) |