Politics (B.A.)
Politics (Minor)
Resources for the study of politics in the Washington area are extraordinary, and students participate frequently in many history-making events that occur in this capital city. The program presents a structured curriculum of courses in political theory, international relations, and the politics and governmental institutions of the United States and foreign countries. Students majoring in Politics are encouraged to consider a minor in Communications, Economics, English, History, Information Technology, or Philosophy.
Seniors are required to complete an internship in a government agency, a congressional office, or a corporate government affairs department, and to complete the senior seminar and a comprehensive examination.
Politics Honors: Students who major in Politics, achieve at graduation a GPA of 3.5 in Politics courses (at least 8 of which must be completed at Marymount University), and achieve superior performance in the senior thesis and comprehensive examination are eligible to graduate with honors in Politics.
Suggested Degree Plan
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Year Three | |
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Minor Requirements