Explore the institutions of government, the political process, and global affairs as a Political Science major in the College of Liberal Arts at MTSU. Cultivate skills in research, analysis, and communication, as well as critical thinking and creative collaboration with others, as you pursue either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science.The Political Science major combines classroom learning with practical training through fieldwork, internships, student organizations, and competitive intercollegiate academic teams like Mock Trial and Model United Nations. The department also organizes workshops and sponsors speakers on political topics, including an annual lecture sponsored by Pi Sigma Alpha, the political science honor society.
Majors
Pre-Law
Public Policy and Management
Which department am I in?
College of Liberal Arts
Study options
Full Time
(4 Years)
Tuition fees
$33,396.00 (28,17,752)
per year
Books and Supplies - 1,260
Application deadline
Expected April 2027
Start date
Expected May 2027
Venue
Middle Tennessee State University
1301 East Main Street,
Murfreesboro,
Tennessee,
37132, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
Students must have official high school or university transcripts and it must be mailed directly from your high school or university to MTSU. For guaranteed admission, applicants must have completed the recommended college preparatory courses and must present one of the following: GPA 3.0 OR.Minimum composite ACT score of 22 OR minimum SAT total score of 1100 (Evidence Based Reading, Writing and Math).If you do not meet either of the above requirements you will need: Minimum 2.7 GPA plus ACT score of 19 OR SAT score of 990 (Evidence-Based Reading or Writing and Math).
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.