Minor - Department of Political Science

Are You Interested In…
-preserving social equality and diversity through policy design?
-community engagement, activism, and the development of non-profit organizations?
-the use and abuse of governmental powers?
-studying further the privileges and responsibilities of citizenship?
If so, then Political Science might be the perfect minor for you!

Political Science studies the world of politics and government – particularly the manner in which people organize, administer, and seek to improve their governments, the privileges and responsibilities of citizenship, and the use and abuses of power.

Political Science Minor Requirements

Please email or schedule an appointment with your advisor to officially declare your Political Science minor!

All undergraduate students must apply in advance for graduation to receive a degree from the University of Utah.

Before applying, students are encouraged to meet with their advisor.

All students pursuing degrees and certificates through the Political Science Department must also fulfill all University of Utah requirements for graduation. For complete information concerning the Undergraduate Program at the University of Utah, consult the Student Handbook.