Department of Political Science and Criminal Justice
Our majors develop critical thinking and oral and written communication skills that prepare them for graduate school, law school, and a variety of job opportunities. Listed below are just a few of the positions you will be prepared to pursue as a graduate of our department.
Political Science
- Campaign Staffer or Manager
- Lobbyist
- Foreign Service Officer
- Political Pollster
- Politician
- Public Relations Assistant
- Congressional Aide
- Legislative Assistant
- Teacher
- Paralegal
For additional information, please visit the US News and World Reports Political Science Overview.
Public Administration
- Attorney
- FBI/CIA Agent
- Marketing Director
- City Manager
- Public Administrator
- Reporter
- Media Analyst
Criminal Justice
- Parole Officer / Probation Officer
- ATF Special Agent
- Court Administrator
- Paralegal/ Legal Assistant
- Police Officer
- Bail Supervisor
- Corrections Case Manager
- Correctional Officer
- Customs Officer
- Bailiff
- Border Patrol Agent / Customs Agent
- Fire Investigator
- Deputy Sheriff
- Bureau of Diplomatic Security Special Agent