Overview

Political Science analyzes how governmental systems and politics work, in any sort of setting, from global governance, to the politics of local communities and schools. The Political Science minor provides students with a strong foundation for critically thinking and communicating about political events and systems. Examples of classes include:

• Civil Liberties
• Women & Politics
• The American Presidency
• Classic Political Theory
• Civic & Nonprofit Leadership
• International Terrorism
• African-American Politics
• Criminal Law
• State & Local Government
• Political Behavior
• Environmental Politics & Policy

Why minor in Political Science at EIU? 

• We have small classes taught entirely by department faculty, where you make connections with fellow students and faculty.
• Our faculty care about you--we learn your names, we mentor you, and we support you in the learning process.
• Our minor is only 18 hours, and very flexible, allowing you to select courses that meet your needs and interests.
• You can engaged in practical politics through programs like Model Illinois Government and Moot Court.
• We offer an accelerated graduate program for qualified students, where you can earn a B.A. and M.A. in 5 years.

Our minor works well with a wide range of majors, especially Foreign Languages, Philosophy, History, English, Economics, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Communications Studies, Journalism, Business, Health Administration, and Family and Consumer Sciences.

Completion time: 18 hours

Resources

- Degree Plan
- Course Catalog Entry