Department of Political Science

Programs That Prepare You to Lead and Serve

The Department of Political Science helps students become responsible citizens, community leaders and successful professionals in the public, nonprofit and private sectors. Our programs blend classroom learning with hands-on experiences that help you build real-world skills and prepare for meaningful careers in your community and beyond.

Offerings include:

In-person and online majors in Criminology & Criminal Justice: Programs that combine theory and practice to prepare students to work in the criminal justice system and associated organizations.
Majors in Political Science, Public Administration and Political Communication: Programs that equip students for lives of active citizenship and professional and personal fulfillment through studying politics and its applications.
Graduate Programs: Two fully online degrees — the Master of Public Policy (MPP) and the M.A. in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Development — that enhance the careers of public service and nonprofit professionals.

Students are also encouraged to explore our minors, certificates and Pre-Law program to further develop skills and prepare for a range of professional paths.

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Hands-on Experience

Engage. Change.

UNI's Department of Political Science offers many civic engagement and leadership opportunities outside the classroom, including one of the nation's top campus voter engagement initiatives, PanthersVote.

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NOT YOUR AVERAGE PROFESSOR

Dedicated support.

Faculty within the Department of Political Science are knowledgeable, respected, passionate and, above all, dedicated to your success.

UNI’s smaller class sizes lead to more opportunities to get to know your professors and work closely with them. Whether you need help preparing for your next paper or exam, grad school recommendations or career advice ... your poli sci professor will be there to support you.