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Political Science - Minor

The Political Science minor is for students who have an ongoing interest in politics — at the local, state, national or international level — but whose primary area of study does not allow a second major. Students study the general subject matter of political science and then advance to specialty areas that meet their own interests, needs and plans of study.

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Minor in Political Science

Graduates who complete Kent State University’s Minor in Political Science are well-prepared to enhance their careers in a variety of fields related to governance, public policy, and social advocacy. This minor complements degrees in areas such as business, communication, or education, allowing students to pursue roles as legislative aides, campaign coordinators, or public relations specialists. The program provides valuable skills in critical thinking, research, and political analysis, enabling graduates to engage effectively in community organizations, non-profits, and government agencies. Additionally, the minor can serve as a foundation for further studies in law or graduate programs, enriching their understanding of political processes and enhancing their employability in the public and private sectors.

Program Information for Political Science - Minor

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Admissions for Political Science - Minor

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

Coursework

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Program Requirements
Minor Requirements
POL 10004COMPARATIVE POLITICS (KSS) 3
or POL 10500 WORLD POLITICS (KSS)
POL 10300PUBLIC POLICY 3
Political Science (POL) Elective3
Political Science (POL) Upper-Division Electives (30000 or 40000 level) 112
Minimum Total Credit Hours:21
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POL 40992, POL 41990 and POL 42990 may be applied to meet the upper-division hour requirement. POL 40995 may be applied toward the upper-division hour requirement as approved by the department. POL 40996 may not be applied toward the upper-division hour requirement.

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Minor GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be upper-division coursework (30000 and 40000 level).
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be outside of the course requirements for any major or other minor the student is pursuing.
  • Minimum 50 percent of the total credit hours for the minor must be taken at Kent State (in residence).
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus
    • Stark Campus

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