BA in Political Science - American Politics in Lowell United States | University of Massachusetts Lowell

UMass Lowell provides five specialized concentrations, each opening doors to diverse career paths.

American Politics
International Relations and Comparative Politics
Law & Politics
Political Communication and Public Opinion
Sustainability and Environmental Politics

The Political Science B.A. program starts with foundational courses in American government, comparative or international politics, plus two methodology classes.

Beyond these core requirements, students can explore classes on electoral systems, media in politics, constitutional law, racial dynamics, urban governance, sports politics, political behavior, and other engaging topics.

The curriculum also includes global perspectives through courses on development politics, international institutions, security studies, Islamic political thought, environmental diplomacy, Asian affairs, Latin American politics, and drug policy conflicts.