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Political Science

This minor strengthens understanding of government, public policy, and political systems and signals strong analytical skills to employers and graduate schools.

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Degree Level
Minor
Delivery
In Person / Fully Online
Careers
Managers
Political Science students at EIU

Why Study Political Science at EIU?

  • Flexible course options, including online coursework with planning
  • Hands-on learning through internships, simulations, research, and study abroad
  • Works especially well with majors in business, criminal justice, communications, education, health, humanities, and social sciences
  • Build professional and research skills valued by employers and graduate schools
  • Prepare for law school
"From the moment I stepped onto campus, every professor, staff member, and student I encountered treated me with such genuine warmth and respect, as if I were already a valued member of their community. Despite not having officially joined the EIU family, I immediately felt a deep sense of belonging. The atmosphere was one of comfort and inclusivity, where everyone seemed genuinely invested in my success and well-being."
Abbey McCord
Political Science | Class of 2025
Abbey McCord, Political Science at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Students complete internships with congressional offices, political campaigns, law offices, city managers, nonprofit organizations, and through Washington, D.C. programs.
  • Peace Corps Prep Program
  • Moot Court
  • Model Illinois Government
  • Model United Nations
Hands-On Experience, Political Science students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The Political Science minor shows employers and graduate schools that you understand key concepts in the study of government, politics, public administration and public policy. It is a fit if you are a political junkie who wants to learn how the political world works, and it works especially well with majors in business, criminal justice, communications, education, health, humanities and social sciences.

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Career Outcomes

  • Regulatory Affairs Managers
  • Compliance Managers
  • Loss Prevention Managers
  • Wind Energy Development Managers
  • Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists & Site Managers
  • Political Scientists
  • Social Science Research Assistants
  • Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Secondary School Teachers

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly · Openings
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Conventional

Connect With Us

Karen Swenson
Department Chair, Professor, and Pre-Law Coordinator, Political Science
kbswenson@eiu.edu
2341 Coleman Hall
217-581-2523
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John Morris
Senior Instructor and Undergraduate Advisor, Political Science
jsmorris@eiu.edu
3681 Coleman Hall
217-581-5989
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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