Political Science

Do you want to change the world? Or maybe just make things better in your own hometown? If you want to take the lead wherever you are and may go, then it’s time to Go West and think about majoring in Political Science

Political Scientists are some of the most versatile graduates in the career world, ranging from attorneys and city managers to lobbyists and not-for-profit directors, from professors to researchers, and from entrepreneurs to members of Congress.  In Political Science, you’ll get the core skills employers are looking for:

• Analysis and research
• Excellent written communication skills
• Presentation and group skills
• Critical thinking
• Leadership

Your career path is limited only by your imagination when you major in Political Science.  If you want to find out more about Political Science at the University of West Georgia, you’re in the right place.  See our expert mentor faculty, find out more about the courses and options you have when you Go West and Go Poli Sci, check out our extra-curricular organizations, and see your post-graduation options all on this website. 

Our program is available in-person as well as fully online.  We're a top-twenty ranked online Bachelor's Degree in
Political Science by BestColleges.com. 

If you have other questions, we’re happy to answer them, too.  Our contact information is below and we’ll get back to you right away. 

When you’re a Political Science major, you know exactly what we mean when we say, “Go West.  It Changes Everything.”