Politics, BA

Study politics with experts. Join a community of learners. Explore the systems and structures of power, from governments to nongovernmental organizations to social media. True to the university’s mission, pursue peace, justice, economic development, and human rights both at home and abroad.

Politics, BA

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What Makes the Politics Major at USF Different?

Gain Real-World Experience

Fulfill the internship requirement by interning in the Bay Area, Sacramento, Washington, D.C., and beyond. Explore a career devoted to public service.

Careers & Internships

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Conduct Research

Design and present original research in areas such as public service, environmental policy, and nonviolent action.

Program Overview

Tap Faculty Expertise

Take classes with experts in U.S. foreign policy, political advertising, and urban inequality. Gain mentorship and support from faculty as you accelerate your career in politics.

Meet the Faculty

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Join a Student Organization

Whether you're looking to boost civic engagement on campus or advocate for immigrants and refugees, there's a student organization for you at USF.

Clubs & Organizations

Solinna Ven ’23

Politics & Urban Studies

Intern for the City of San Francisco

This internship emphasized my passion for equity, and it makes me want to continue my work in the public sector and improve city policies so that they’re more equitable for everyone.”

Solinna Ven ’23

Politics & Urban Studies

Meet Solinna ’23

Minor in Legal Studies or Public Policy

Along with your politics degree, you can minor in legal studies or public policy. Seek to understand the U.S. legal system and international law. Or examine how policy is made and how to measure its impact. Get placed in law or public policy-related internships in San Francisco, Sacramento, Washington DC, and beyond.

Minor in Legal Studies Minor in Public Policy

Go Farther, Faster

Explore our accelerated degree programs. Whatever your major, gain admission to USF's School of Law or earn a master's degree in urban and public affairs.

4+3 BA/BS-JD Program

Public Policy + Urban and Public Affairs (4+1), BA/BS-MA

Join a Living-Learning Community

Join Beyond Borders, a living-learning community for sophomores and juniors interested in global issues, and take courses that count toward your Politics degree.

Explore Beyond Borders

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Metyia Phillips ’23

Politics Major

What Are Your Plans After Graduation?

I want to fight for change and equity within my community from a legal level. I’ll be attending law school and aspire to work in public interest and civil rights law, hopefully at a nonprofit.”