Welcome to the Department of Political Science. Prospective students will find information about majors and what you might study as a Political Science student at Miami University. Current students will find information about your professors, office hours, major and minor requirements, internships, fellowships, jobs, and upcoming current events. Alumni will find information about what other alumni are doing and learn how you might be able to Make a Difference. We are very proud of our faculty, staff, current students and alumni. Please look around and you will understand why.
THE LATEST FROM POL
THE LATEST FROM POL
POL Summer 2019 Courses...Register Now
POL 221W - Comparative Government (online)
POL 241 - American Political System (online)
POL 261 - Public Administration (online)
POL 303W - Modern Political Philosophy (online)
POL 307 - Public Opinion Laboratory (online)
POL 343 - American Presidency (online)
POL 345G - Data Analysis in POL (online) ⭐️ NEW COURSE
POL 345N - Fundamentals of Health Policy (online) ⭐️ NEW COURSE
The POL advisors list has been updated for 2018-19. NOTE: Advisors have been assigned for incoming first year students (2018) and returning students (began before this fall). Be sure you check the correct list to find your advisor. You should also be able to find your assigned advisor on MyMiami once updated.
Final examinations are based on a schedule published by Miami at the beginning of each semester. You can look up your final exams based on the days and times your class meets during the semester.
Does POL offer Undergraduate Associate experiences?
Yes. Many POL faculty members invite high potential undergraduate students to serve as an Undergraduate Associate in their classrooms. You are encouraged to talk to your professor about the UA Program and express your interest in this unique and valuable experience.
The Global Miami Plan now requires incoming students to complete an experiential learning requirement. From the EL website, "Experiential learning is the process of making meaning from direct experience in a real world or an "out of the traditional classroom" context. It offers students the opportunity to initiate lifelong learning through the development and application of academic knowledge and skills in new or different settings."
POL offers a wide variety of courses each semester. Visit the course catalog to read brief descriptions of the POL course offerings. NOTE: not every course is offered every semester.
Located under the twin spires of Harrison Hall, we are a large and active department – many of our faculty members have experience working in government and politics. We bring that experience alive in our classrooms.
