Welcome to the major in Political Science at Methodist University!

Staffed by a devoted, highly training, and thoughtful faculty, the major in Political Science offers a rigorous course of study for students seeking exciting and rewarding careers in public administration, politics, law, government service, non-profit organizations, the military or even business. Through a 39-hour curriculum consisting of a broad array of courses, students acquire indispensable critical thinking, leadership, and ethical reasoning skills. Graduates of the Political Science program are given a true liberal arts foundation that prepares them for the challenges of life. The links below provide additional information about the major and career opportunities Political Science affords Methodist University graduates.

For additional information, please contact Dr. Andrew Ziegler, Director of Political Science at 910-630-7488 or

Recent News and Events:

Mr. Kevin Hight, Adjunct Professor of Political Science, was honored as an "Outstanding Citizen" by the NC Center for Voter Education as one of their Spectrum of Democracy Award Winners, February 25, 2010. A brief clip of Professor Hight can be seen at: http://ncvotered.com/spectrum/index.php

Dr. Chris Cronin, Assistant Professor of Political Science, was appointed to the Executive Council of the NC Political Science Association on February 26, 2010.

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