An innovative approach to politics, law and government

Whether you are interested in learning about politics or pursuing a career in government/law, our program gives you the opportunity to find your own voice on contemporary issues that affect the nation and the world.

What makes us great

• Peace Corps Certificate Program, only one offered by a public university in MA, preparing students for volunteering in the Peace Corps
• Model United Nations team participating in three Model UN competitions - National Model UN in NYC, Harvard Model UN, and McGill Model UN; our award winning Model UN is generously supported by the University for travel and registration
• Internships with elected officials, local governments, law firms, and many more
• Washington Center Internship in Washington D.C.
• 3+3 Law Program with UMass Law School allowing students to complete a BA and a law degree in six years
• Master of Public Administration

• Majors & Concentrations
  • Political Science, American Politics Concentration, B.A.


  • Political Science, International Studies Concentration, B.A.


  • Political Science, International Studies, Interdisciplinary Option, B.A.


  • Political Science, Law Concentration, B.A.
  • Political Science, Law, Interdisciplinary Option, B.A.
  • Political Science, Political Studies Concentration, B.A.
  • Political Science, Public Administration Concentration, B.A.


• Minors
  • Asian Studies Minor


  • Political Science Minor


  • Policy and Ethics
• Part-Time Bachelor's
  • Political Science, B.A. (Part-Time)
• Graduate Degrees
  • Master of Public Administration
• Accelerated Programs
  • 3+3 Program with UMass Law
  • Early Entry Masters of Public Administration