Department of Political Science

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Undergraduate Programs

With a bachelor's degree in political science from IUP, you'll learn about the dynamics that shape global business, trade, and cooperation and increase your value for careers in government, business, and numerous international organizations. Choose from our large variety of campus student organizations to gain leadership experience.

Political Science, BA

Political Science/Pre-Law Track, BA

 

International Studies/Political Science, BA

International Studies Minor

Political Science Minor

Homeland Security Minor

 

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Graduate Programs

Raise your game with an advanced master's degree in public affairs. This graduate program provides an interdisciplinary education that focuses on policy analysis, administrative management, and budgeting. With this degree, you can move forward toward a doctoral degree or share your expertise with government agencies and businesses with a global reach.

Public Affairs, MA

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Internships

Internships are highly recommended for students pursuing a degree in Political Science.

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News

Political Science Professor Awarded Woodrow Wilson Fellowship

The nine-month Woodrow Wilson Fellowship will allow Steven Jackson to complete his current book project, which examines China's use of water and its impact.

  • 24 March 2023

Getting Into Law School Workshop, Nov. 19

Do you have questions about applying to law school? Then this is the workshop for you! 

  • 16 November 2022

IUP Celebrating Constitution Day With Public Reading, Program on Framers of the Constitution

Indiana University of Pennsylvania will celebrate Constitution Day on September 12, with two events free and open to the community: the traditional public reading of the Constitution by members of the IUP community, and the Six O’Clock Series event, “What Would Our Founding Fathers Say?” with Ben Franklin, Alexander Hamilton, Charles Pinckney, and James Madison.

  • 02 September 2022

Celebrate Constitution Day with Public Reading, Chat with the Founders

Two events will highlight Constitution Day, the day in 1787 when the US Constitution was signed. On Monday, September 21, the IUP community is invited to participate in a public reading of the Constitution at noon. That evening, four of the authors of the Constitution will give a presentation at the Six O’Clock Series.

  • 14 September 2020

Attend a Difficult Dialogues Workshop: How to Respond to Upsetting Remarks

When someone says something upsetting, it’s hard to know what to do. Using the tools of Difficult Dialogues, this workshop will prepare you to engage in the conversation instead of running from it. Register for one of several virtual workshops offered on August 24, 25, and 26, 2020.

  • 12 August 2020

Events

College of Arts and Humanities
  • Political Science Department
  • Leonard Hall
    Suite 405
    981 Grant Street
     Indiana, PA 15705
  • Phone: 724-357-2290
  • Fax: 724-357-3810
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.