The Department of Political Science is dedicated to training students to become informed citizens and effective professionals. Our bachelors curricula examine domestic and international power structures, socioeconomic relations, and the building blocks of public life—government, ideas, and activity—in their domestic, international, comparative, geographic, and theoretical dimensions. In addition to focused study in the core subfields of political science—American politics, political theory, comparative politics, and international relations—there is considerable room to tailor your study within the major, and the department offers ample opportunities for independent study, honors theses and internships.

Undergraduate Admissions:

• Complete the online application at liu.edu/apply
• Submit transcripts from all high schools and post-secondary institutions attended
• [Optional] Submit SAT or ACT Test Scores (SAT: LIU Code 2369/ ACT: LIU Code 2792)

If you previously enrolled at a college or university located outside of the U.S., course-by-course credential evaluation must be completed by a member of National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Visit Frequently Asked Questions | Long Island University for more details.