![A PNW student takes notes in the classroom](https://www.pnw.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/2022-PNW-Marketing-Branding-301_1440x600.jpg)
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science
Bachelor of Arts
Request Information
Political Science Degree Program Overview
Explore government and politics in the U.S. and around the world. In Purdue University Northwest’s political science degree program, you’ll learn the critical thinking, writing and communication skills that employers and graduate schools are looking for as you analyze political leaders, campaigns, voting, courts and legal systems, international relations, the governments and politics of other countries and much more.
Department of History, Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Political Science at PNW is a broad, practical examination of American and global politics as well as political theories and methodologies.
Our faculty members are as committed to your success as they are passionate about their areas of expertise. They lead experiential learning opportunities like study trips and conference presentations. They also help students obtain internships with government officials and agencies, nonprofit organizations, and political campaigns.
Political Science Degree Program Highlights
A degree in political science provides a deep understanding of political systems, institutions, and processes, helps develop critical thinking and analytical skills, and fosters effective communication skills.
Eligible students can join Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society.
![A lion statute with a brick wall and windows in the background](https://www.pnw.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/PNW-Lion-Statues-064.jpg)
![Two students pose in commencement regalia in front of the Nils Building](https://www.pnw.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/2022-PNW-Commencement-278-181x181.jpg)
Political Science Degree Program Outcomes
Graduates may pursue government, law, education, journalism, or non-profit careers. Political science degrees can also lead to opportunities for advanced study in law, public policy, or international relations.
Political Science Degree Program Career Paths
This program prepares you for a range of careers, including:
- Legislative assistant
- Political strategist
- Policy analyst
Political Science Degree Program Beyond the Classroom
We encourage our students to join Pi Sigma Alpha, the national Political Science Honor Society. While at PNW, our students often take on internships in local and state government, federal agencies, nonprofits, law offices and political organizations, such as:
- Indiana Senate
- Lake County Courts
- Northwest Indiana Forum
- Urban League of Northwest Indiana
- Lake County Libertarian Party
Political Science Degree Program Employers
Graduates of this program are employed at organizations and companies like:
- Department of Homeland Security
- GE Digital
- Arabella Advisors
- University of Chicago
Meet the Faculty
![A student sits on a couch and smiles. There is a laptop and notebook on the couch next to them and many students sitting and walking around in the background of the photo](https://www.pnw.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CHESS-Program-Finder-Feature_576x384.jpg)
Earn a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science at PNW
Purdue University Northwest’s political science degree program allows you to explore the world of government and politics both in the US and around the world to learn critical thinking, writing and communication skills.
To see how a bachelor’s degree in political science from PNW opens doors, from non-profit boardrooms to government buildings, take the next step today!