The Department of Political Science offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political
Science as well as a minor with an emphasis in Political Science or Public Administration.
The Political Science program is divided into five areas: comparative politics, international
relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior. Majors
in Political Science are required to take at least one course in each of these areas,
to specialize in one of them, and to complete introductory courses in political science.
ACADEMIC ADVISOR
If you have questions about the Political Science Program, contact Rhiannon Elliott in ARTS 354, 907-786-4841 an Academic Advisor for the College of Arts and Sciences. Walk-ins
are welcome, but appointments are strongly encouraged.
Admission Requirements Satisfy the Application and Admission Requirements for Baccalaureate Programs.
Graduation Requirements Major Requirements Course List Code | Title | Credits |
PSÂ A101 | Introduction to American Government | 3 |
PSÂ A102 | Introduction to Political Science | 3 |
PSÂ A492 | Senior Seminar in Politics | 3 |
| 12 |
PSÂ A301 | Comparative Political Economy | |
PSÂ A311 | Comparative Politics | |
PSÂ A321 | International Relations | |
PSÂ A322 | United States Foreign Policy | |
PSÂ A332 | History of Political Philosophy I: Classical | |
PSÂ A333 | History of Political Philosophy II: Modern | |
PSÂ A330 | The American Political Tradition | |
PSÂ A353 | American Political Development | |
| 12 |
A total of 120 credits is required for the degree, of which 42Â credits must be upper-division; a minimum of 33 credits must be from PS courses.
Honors in Political Science Students majoring in political science are eligible to graduate with departmental honors if they satisfy all of the following requirements:
- Meet the requirements for a BA in Political Science.
- Maintain a grade point average of 3.50 or above in courses applicable to the degree requirements.
- Complete PS A492 in the final term of study with a grade of A or B.
- Receive an honors score (based upon criteria established by the department) on a comprehensive examination for majors.
Departmental honors are awarded by the political science faculty.