Why Study Here?

The SMU Department of Political Science offers students the opportunity to study with nationally visible faculty and become involved in significant research projects.

The department offers a curriculum that addresses political ideas, institutions and processes in such regional settings as Asia, Europe, Latin America and the U.S., and in such problem settings such as international relations, economic and social policies, and constitutional and public law. Studies in political science combine well with courses and majors in economics, journalism, business, foreign languages, and many other areas.

Undergraduate Degrees

Department Features

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Faculty

Offering strong preparation for living and working in a rapidly globalizing world.
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Research

Undergraduate students are eligible for summer or term internships in Washington, D.C.
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Small Class Sizes

Classes are limited to 35 students at the introductory level and 30 at the advanced level.

Get involved

Faculty Expertise faculty

Faculty Expertise

Faculty cover topics such as international politics, domestic and international political economy, executive and legislative politics, and constitutional law.

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Versitile Academics

Studies in political science combine well with courses and majors in economics, journalism, business, foreign languages, and many other areas.

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Intro classes with faculty experts

All of the department's faculty members teach introductory courses, and all introductory courses are taught by faculty rather than graduate students.

Opportunities beyond the classroom campus building

Opportunities beyond the classroom

The John G. Tower Center provides undergraduates with unique opportunities to meet and interact with experts in international relations and comparative politics