B.A. in Political Science

University of Missouri - St. Louis

Prepare to enter the fast-paced and exciting world of politics with an established political science degree.If you’re fascinated by the world of politics and want a career that lets you change the world, the University of Missouri–St. Louis’ bachelor’s degree in political science is the ideal program for you. For over 50 years, our political science degree program has helped inspire political leaders, analysts and researchers who work to foster equality and freedom in the U.S. and around the world.When you major in political science at UMSL, you’ll join a supportive and passionate community of scholars, peers and alumni who push each other to new levels of greatness every day. You’ll also study in a vibrant city with more nonprofit organizations than other regions, which can lead to impactful internships and jobs doing what you love.Open more doors to rewarding careers with a degree in political science: from law and journalism to local government or teaching, the versatility of our bachelor’s degree in political science has something for every political science major.Whether you’re a working professional with a hectic schedule or you live outside Missouri but still want a world-class education, our fully online BA in political science degree option is designed for you. Ranking sites such as Learn.org, TheBestSchools.org and Study.com recognize our online degree in political science as one of the top programs in the nation. This means that when you major in political science at UMSL, you’ll enjoy an exceptional educational experience that prepares you to succeed.

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