Studying Political Science can help you be a better communicator, analyze complicated issues, solve problems, and become a better citizen.

Political Science courses are divided into four areas of concentration:

  • American Politics/Public Policy
  • Comparative Government
  • International Affairs
  • Political Theory/Methodology

Degree Requirements & Courses

Our graduates pursue careers in

  • Law
  • Business and Finance
  • Government and Politics
  • Public Relations, Advertising, and Journalism
  • Lobbying
  • International Relations

We also offer an Accelerated BA-MPA option.

Making an Appointment with Your Academic Advisor

Appointments can be easily scheduled through MU Connect. If you are not a current Political Science or Public Administration and Policy major, you will need to search for the advisors below.

Note: MU Connect works best with Chrome or Firefox. Using Safari or Internet Explorer is not recommended.

 

Rebecca Fallon (last names A-G)

W109A Locust Street Building
FallonRM@missouri.edu
To schedule an appointment and/or see upcoming Zoom drop-in hours, please use MU Connect.

Sarah Kammeyer (last names H-O)

W109C Locust Street Building
KammeyerS@missouri.edu
To schedule an appointment and/or see upcoming Zoom drop-in hours, please use MU Connect.

Kati Abbott (last names P-Z)

W109B Locust Street Building
AbbottKM@missouri.edu
To schedule an appointment and/or see upcoming Zoom drop-in hours, please use MU Connect.

 

We want to answer your questions! If you are a current MU student thinking about majoring in political science or public administration and policy, contact one of the academic advisors for the department:

  • Rebecca Fallon (last names A-G)  FallonRM@missouri.edu

  • Sarah Kammeyer (last names H-O)  KammeyerS@missouri.edu

  • Kati Abbott (last names P-Z)  AbbottKM@missouri.edu

If you are not a current MU student, you can declare your major when you apply to the University. Contact Mizzou Admissions to apply and to find out about financial aid, residential life, and more.