Political Science
Bachelor of Arts
Study justice and power relationships, to prepare for careers in politics, public service, or law.
Your courses examine campaigns and elections, civil rights, public policy, and international politics. Explore the pros and cons of various political theories, the impact of American foreign policy on the global community, and the complexities of the legislative process. Internships nearby or in places such as Albany or Washington, D.C., provide firsthand experience.
Highlights
Save time and money: 3+3 partnerships with Syracuse University and University at Buffalo law schools
Experiential learning includes internships and independent study projects
Small classes and individual attention from faculty
Gain global perspective through study abroad.
Career Paths
- Congressional aide
- Election supervisor
- Correspondent/journalist
- Urban planner
- Lobbyist
- Campaign manager
- Attorney
- Research assistant
- State Department/Foreign Service work
- Intelligence professional
3+3 Law Degree
Save time and money through Nazareth's partnerships with Syracuse University College of Law and University at Buffalo School of Law.
Internships
- Semester internship in Washington, D.C. or Albany
- Internships at private law firms and the Monroe County District Attorney and Public Defender’s offices
- New York State Attorney General for Consumer Affairs
- Offices of the Mayor of Rochester, members of the House of Representatives, and the U.S. Senate
Graduate Schools and Employers
- Cornell University
- Syracuse University
- Monroe County Democratic and Republican parties
- Americorps
- New York State Assembly
99%
of new Nazareth grads are employed or in grad school within six months of graduation
1,631
high-impact experiential learning experiences completed by the undergraduate class of 2024
$4,000
Our SPARK Grant provides up to $4,000 for you to pursue internships, research, and study abroad. SPARK details »
Become a Teacher
Some students enrolled in the political science major choose to pursue New York State Teacher Certification at the elementary level. Nazareth political science students develop essential skills for understanding primary texts, applying theories to new situations, building arguments, and analyzing political processes. Our graduates are well-rounded and have the exceptional skills, creativity, and flexibility required to face the challenges of the classroom in the 21st century.
Program Director
Alumni Spotlight
Greg Hyde '07
"What I appreciated the most about the political science program at Nazareth is I could tell from day one that I would be spending my time with people who were invested in my development as a person. I really loved taking classes with Dr. Timothy Kneeland (and others). Their passion for politics was contagious," says Hyde, who became a lawyer.