Political Science, Pre-Law Option, B.A.

Freshman Seminar: 1 Sem. Hr.

General Education: 44 Sem. Hrs.

1. ENG 1050

   Composition I (3 credits)

   As published: “Composition I”
   3
2. ENG 1060

   Composition II (3 credits)

   As published: “Composition II”
   3
3. Fine Art

   Not resolved to a course
   3
4. Literature

   Not resolved to a course
   3
5. History

   Not resolved to a course
   3
6. Philosophy and Religion

   Not resolved to a course
   3
7. Social Sciences

   Not resolved to a course
   9
8. Natural Science

   Not resolved to a course
   6
9. Mathematics

   Not resolved to a course
   3
10. Physical Education

    Not resolved to a course
    2
11. General Education Electives

    Not resolved to a course
    6

Major Requirements: 37 Sem. Hrs.

Introductory Requirement: 6 Sem. Hrs.

1. PLS 1000

   Introduction to Political Science (3 credits)

   As published: “Introduction to Political Science”
   3
2. PLS 1010

   Introduction to American National Government (3 credits)

   As published: “Introduction to American National Government”
   3

Core Courses: 13-16 Sem. Hrs.

1. PLS 2000

   Introduction to Comparative Politics (3 credits)

   As published: “Introduction to Comparative Politics (3 credits) or”
   3
2. PLS 2510

   Introduction to World Politics (3 credits)

   As published: “Introduction to World Politics”
   3
3. *Students pursuing a concentration in International Studies are required to take both PLS 2000 and 2510

   Not resolved to a course
4. PLS 2170

   Judicial Process and Behavior (3 credits)

   As published: “Judicial Process and Behavior”
   3
5. PLS 2330

   Introduction to Theory and Methodology (4 credits)

   As published: “Introduction to Theory and Methodology”
   4
6. PLS 3520

   Writing in Political Science (3 credits)

   As published: “Writing in Political Science”
   3

Optional Courses: 15-18 Sem. Hrs.

Pre Law Option Package: 18 Sem. Hrs.

1. PLS 3030

   Political Thought (3 credits)

   As published: “Political Thought”

   or: PHI 2050. Social and Political Philosophy
   3
2. PLS 3040

   Legislative Process in the United States (3 credits)

   As published: “Legislative Process in the United States”
   3
3. PLS 3100

   Constitutional Law (3 credits)

   As published: “Constitutional Law”
   3
4. PLS 3110

   Constitutional Law of Individual and Equal Rights (3 credits)

   As published: “Constitutional Law of Individual and Equal Rights”
   3
5. PLS 3120

   Law of Criminal Procedure (3 credits)

   As published: “Law of Criminal Procedure”
   3
6. PLS 3130

   Courts and Public Policy (3 credits)

   As published: “Courts and Public Policy”
   3
7. PAD 3100

   Introduction to Public Administration (3 credits)

   As published: “Introduction to Public Administration”
   3
8. PAD 3190

   Public Policy and Analysis (3 credits)

   As published: “Public Policy and Analysis”
   3
9. Two other Political Science courses at the 3000 or 4000 level chosen in consultation with the Pre-Law Advisor. PLS 3600: Introductory Internship in Political Science (3 credits) with a pre-law internship sponsor is recommended and encouraged.

   Not resolved to a course

Electives: 39 Sem. Hrs.