Political Science is a great place to start! Come learn to lead responsibly and expertly in our small, lively classes. Here, you'll explore, discover and practice how to shape today's political landscape.
Career Path
Many of our alumni have gone on to become
FBI, CIA, NSA Agents
Homeland Security Analysts
Lawyers
Lobbyists
Congressional Staffers
Law Enforcement Officers
Stock Brokers
MAJOR
Longwood Political Science majors prepare to lead as responsible citizens in a wide range of post graduate -options: American politics, public law, international relations, political philosophy, foreign policy, comparative politics and public administration.
GLOBAL POLITICS
You'll get an interdisciplinary understanding of global affairs that will prepare you to work in a variety of government agencies and non-governmental organizations. You'll be competitive in the corporate sector too.
Students who concentrate in Global Politics typically study abroad, most recently in South Africa, Argentina, and Costa Rica. Recent internships have included the State Department, a Senator鈥檚 office, and non-governmental organizations that fight human trafficking.
Expected March, December 2025
Start date
August 2025
Cook-Cole College of Arts and Sciences
Ruffner 104,
Longwood University,
FARMVILLE,
Virginia,
23909, United States
Students must have Proof of successful completion of secondary education (e.g., secondary school transcripts, final exam scores, diploma) with certified English translations. Longwood recognizes the value of the International Baccalaureate diploma and will award transfer credit for IB exams.
Other English language requirements: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - 550 (paper).
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
