Washington State University at Vancouver

What you'll study

Core coursework addresses how governments and institutions operate and covers American politics, comparative politics, international politics, public administration, public leadership, policy, criminal justice policy and social justice. The programme emphasizes evidence-based reasoning, data and information literacy, and written and oral communication skills. Students may pursue one of three specialization tracks:

• General track: a flexible combination of American, comparative and international politics plus policy and public administration and a range of political science electives.
• Pre-law track: a curriculum aligned with the Association of American Law Schools' recommendations to prepare students for law school and legal careers.
• Global politics track: focus on comparative and international politics and a required international experience fulfilled by study abroad, an international internship, or a minor in global studies or a foreign language.

Entry requirements

The course page does not list specific academic entry criteria. Prospective students are invited to contact the Vancouver admissions office or an admissions counselor for application and admission details.

Career prospects

Graduates gain skills applicable across public, private and nonprofit sectors. Typical roles include public service and administration (transportation, health, education, legal systems), elected representative or civic leader, governmental or corporate communications specialist, nonprofit professional or activist, attorney, teacher, and lobbyist.

Scholarships & funding angle

The programme page does not specify scholarships. Applicants should consult WSU Vancouver financial aid resources and admissions staff about merit- or need-based aid, departmental awards, and external scholarships relevant to political science students.