1 Semester Pathway (Standard GGP) - Undergraduate - Transfer to Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Join the Political Science pathway at James Madison University! Engage in politics, earn credits in D.C., and enhance your career. Apply now!

Program Description The Political Science program offers a strong liberal arts major for students interested in all aspects of politics and public policy. Students are required to complete a core set of courses introducing them to political theory, the global community, American politics and research methods. All students complete a writing intensive capstone course that requires them to apply knowledge and skills from previous coursework to a major research project in a chosen area of interest. The Washington Semester Program allows students to spend a semester living and working in Washington, D.C. while earning credit towards their degree. The Political Science department also hosts a non-partisan club for students interested in public affairs.