Political Science
Overview
Get ready for a dynamic career in one of the many fields involving political science.
This degree explores the origin, development and operation of political systems and interactions. People with a political science background may conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, hold leadership positions in the military or run for an elected office.
MORE INFO
Complete a short form and a member of the Welcome Center will follow up with you right away!
Academic Program
Olympic College offers a series of political science classes that provide a framework for understanding the principals, organization and methods of governments and political systems. Consider taking political science classes for your distribution requirements and electives while working to complete your Associate in Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA): Political Science.
Suggested Courses
- POLS& 101: Intro to Political Science
- POLS& 202: American Government
- POLS& 203: International Relations
Faculty Advisors
Every student is assigned an advising team consisting of your Student Success Coach and Faculty Advisor. Your Faculty Advisor is determined once you decide on your specific academic program. The following professors are Faculty Advisors for Political Science.
Academic Division
Political Science is part of the Social Sciences & Humanities Division (SSH). Visit the SSH Division for more info, including support resources and services, and contact info for division staff and the dean. The Social Sciences & Humanities Division can assist you with:
- Advising
- Connecting with faculty
- Finding campus resources
- Support for procedural processes such as a grade appeal or student complaint.