POLITICAL SCIENCE
Bethany College’s political science program offers a broad curriculum that prepares you for graduate studies or immediate entry into the professional world. You’ll explore American politics—covering constitutional law, elections, and government institutions, as well as international politics, including foreign policy, global organizations, and authoritarian systems.
As a political science student, you’ll develop advanced research and criticalthinking skills, using both qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze pressing political questions. You’ll also refine your written and oral argumentation skills all within the mentorship-rich environment Bethany is known for.
ABOUT BETHANY COLLEGE
Bethany College, founded in 1840, is the oldest private college in West Virginia. The Bethany experience focuses on academic excellence in the area of liberal arts and prepares future leaders for a lifetime of work and a life of significance.
Our campus is located on 1,300 beautiful acres in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains, just one mile from Pennsylvania and five miles from Ohio. Bethany is served by Pittsburgh International Airport, just 45 minutes from campus. The College is located 39 miles from downtown Pittsburgh, 22 miles from Washington, Pa., and 14 miles from Wheeling.
Majors & Minors:
Political Science (Major, Minor) Pre-Law (Pre-Professional Program)
What Can You Do with a Degree in Political Science?
For more information, contact: Bethany College Office of Enrollment 304.829.7611 enrollment@bethanywv.edu
31 E Campus Dr Bethany, WV 26032
