Experience the World with a Degree in Political Science
Whether you want to be a lawyer or a judge, a city manager or a state legislator, a school board member or a US Senator, a foreign diplomat or the head of a non-profit agency, studying political science will provide you with the knowledge and the skills you need to be successful. Earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science prepares you to continue your study in a graduate or professional program or find an exciting career in the field of your choice.
We believe that the combination of theory and practice best prepares you for the legal or political world. That’s why your program of study grounds you in political philosophy while building your research skills, and why it provides you with a solid foundation in political science while allowing you to focus in detail on a specialized area of emphasis. As a student, you will couple your classroom knowledge with real-world internships and hands-on experience to get the complete picture of both theory and practice. You will leave FHSU understanding politics from the local to the global arena, ready to tackle complex issues in today's society.
As you look around our Web site you will find information about our curriculum — our core courses as well as the concentrations available. You will also find information about our people – our faculty, staff, students and alumni. You’ll see what our clubs and organizations are doing. You’ll see how our faculty, students and graduates are making a difference in the world.
If you have questions or comments about our program, please don’t hesitate to contact us. If you are interested in a degree in Political Science, we encourage you to visit our department and the campus to see for yourself why FHSU is the place to be.
FHSU's Department of Political Science congratulates Political Science major Braden Dreiling, Hays Sophomore, for receiving the first Dr. Edward H. Hammond Scholarship, a $2,500 award made possible by FHSU's Half Century Club to honor President Hammond for his 25 years of services to FHSU. Congratulations Braden!
25th anniversary gift from Half Century Club honors Hammond's commitment to students
Position Available: Assistant Professor of Political Science