BA in Political Science in Chicago United States | Loyola University Chicago

The Political Science Department at Loyola University Chicago provides a wide array of courses each term, covering diverse political topics such as U.S. government structures, constitutional law, global political systems across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America, international relations, foreign policy, and both historical and contemporary political theory. Students can participate in robust internship programs, leveraging Chicago's and Washington, D.C.'s exceptional resources. All faculty members instruct undergraduate classes while conducting academic research, bringing real-world expertise from fields like law, military service, local governance, and diplomacy. The department aims to equip students with knowledge of domestic and international political systems, prepare majors and minors for meaningful careers or advanced studies, and encourage critical thinking about justice in politics.
Beyond traditional coursework, the department facilitates extracurricular learning through initiatives like the Model UN Club and participation in national political conferences. Generously funded lecture series enable the department to host distinguished scholars and political leaders each semester, offering students unique opportunities to engage with influential thinkers.