Political Science
Political science is the systematic study of government and politics. It deals with the making and implementing of public policy by means of decisions regarded as authoritative or binding for society. Graduates can pursue careers with Congress, Congressional committees, the White House, lobbying or law firms, interest groups, judges, state legislators or more.
What Can I Do With This Major? 
Learn more about career options in your field by clicking below to learn about different focus areas, typical employers, and strategies to get started. Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page for links to professional associations, industry job search tools, and resources for additional insight.
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Example Job Titles & Employers: 0-5 years post graduation
- Business Operations Analyst - Adobe Systems
- Outside Sales Representative - ADP
- Project manager - American Communities Trust
- City Council Fellow - Baltimore Corps
- Community Relations Specialist - Baltimore Gas and Electric Co.
- Account Executive - Black Rock Group
- Product Analytics - Bloomberg
- Human Capital Consultant - Booz Allen Hamilton
- Political Aide - Campaign
- Scheduler - Office of U.S. Representative
- Interdepartmental Program Assistant - Council on Foreign Relations
- Junior Associate - Cushman & Wakefield
- Assisstant Account Manager - Hamilton Industries, LLC
- Government Relations Coordinator - NAIFA
- Compliance Coordinator - Skanska USA Civil
- Intern - U.S. House of Representatives
- Press Assistant - United States Senate
- Consultant - Watershed Resource Consultants
Example Advanced Degrees Pursued: 0-5 years post graduation
- M.A. in American Politics - The University of Virginia
- MPP (Master of Public Policy) - Georgetown University
- M.A. in Legal Studies - Drexel University
- M.A. in Political Communication - American University
- M.A. in International Development Studies - George Washington University
- M.A. in Political Science and Government - Johns Hopkins University
- MPP (Master of Public Policy) - Lehigh University
- M.A. in Teaching - Loyola University Maryland
- Ph.D in Legal Studies - Saint Louis University
- M.A. in Public Relations - Syracuse University
- JD (Doctorate of Law) - Emory University
- JD (Doctorate of Law) - Fordham University
- JD (Doctorate of Law) - Hofstra University
- JD (Doctorate of Law) - New York Law School
- JD (Doctorate of Law) - St. John's University
- JD (Doctorate of Law) - University of Baltimore
- JD (Doctorate of Law) - University of Maryland
- JD (Doctorate of Law) - Villanova University
JD (Doctorate of Law) - Widener University
Get Involved at Loyola
On-campus organizations and student groups are a great way to get exposed to career options. You can learn more about an industry and connect with other students with similar goals. Click here for a full list of all current student organizations.
- American Politics Club
- College Democrats
- College Republicans
- Model UN
Volunteering is another way to gain career experience that might help you make a decision about your path or gain marketable skills for the future. Connect with the Center for Community, Service, and Justice (CCSJ) to learn more.
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