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Four degrees. One seat at the table. Whether you're drawn to campaigns, courtrooms, global affairs or Asian studies, our programs give you the skills and connections to launch your career.

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Master the Mechanics of Power

Choose from four undergraduate degrees – including a BA you can complete 100% online – plus flexible minors.
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Political Science, BA

Political Science, BA

Explore the full breadth of the field – American politics, comparative politics, international relations, political theory and more. Choose the Applied Politics or Global Politics and International Affairs track, or go no-track and build your own pat
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Political Science, BS

Political Science, BS

Built for students who already know where they're headed: law, policy analysis or government. The BS and its Law & Public Policy track turn that direction into workforce-ready skills.
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Asian Studies, BA

Asian Studies, BA

An interdisciplinary foundation in Asia's history, politics, religion, arts and languages. Develop the analytical and cultural competencies that careers in international relations, education, business and graduate study demand.
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Political Science, BA – 3+3 Track to Law

Political Science, BA – 3+3 Track to Law

An accelerated path to the courtroom in partnership with the Brandeis School of Law: start law school in your senior year and earn both a BA and a JD in six years.
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Minor in Political Science

Minor in Political Science

Advanced political science coursework alongside any major. Everything beyond POLS 201/202 is elective, so you choose the courses that fit your interests. Available in person or online.
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Minor in Political Marketing

Minor in Political Marketing

Hosted jointly with the College of Business, pairing political science with marketing strategy. Full program details coming soon.
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Minor in Asian Studies

Minor in Asian Studies

Explore Asia through courses in history, politics, religion, culture and languages. Build regional expertise and cultural perspective that complement any major and prepare you for careers and further study.
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Minor in Chinese Studies

Minor in Chinese Studies

Develop Chinese language skills and cultural knowledge while exploring China’s history and society. Complement any major with expertise that prepares you for work and study in an increasingly connected world.
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Certificate in Asian Studies

Certificate in Asian Studies

Explore the history, cultures, politics and languages of Asia through an interdisciplinary course of study. Complement your major with regional knowledge and cultural competencies for careers and graduate study.

Student life & opportunities

Thrive in a department that's everywhere on campus – our students punch above their weight in student government and lead organizations from Young Democrats and College Republicans to Model UN and Model EU. Intern in Frankfort during the legislative session, at Louisville Metro just minutes from campus or in Washington, D.C. with department funding – and build the network your career will run on.

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From Campus Leader to National Impact

Ready to follow in the footsteps of senators, Supreme Court justices and Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams? Explore Political Science at the University of Louisville — where Fulbright and Truman Scholars are made, pre-law preparation is strong, and graduates go on to shape policy, practice law, and lead organizations at every level of society.

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