Political Science, B.A.

33 Credits | Main Campus

study politics and government while actively participating in the political process, and develop much-needed dedication and leadership qualities that can help form a more just society.

Political science majors provide the much-needed dedication and leadership qualities that can help form a more just society. Trinity’s political science majors and minors study politics and government while actively participating in the political process.

With a political science degree, you will be prepared for professional employment in local, national, and international governmental and political organizations, for law school and graduate programs in public policy, and for life-long citizenship participation.

What You’ll Learn

Study political science as a discipline and through active, practical participation in the political process.
Participate in a wide variety of internships and fieldwork classes in Washington, D.C., to learn politics through direct observation and involvement.

Local Internships

In addition to well-known guest speakers, our political science program offers internship and fieldwork credit. Recent internship sites include the White House, Congressional offices, the Office of the U.S. Attorney, and the U.S. State Department. These internships offer students knowledge and professional contacts that can lead to further professional opportunities after graduation.