Political Science

You’ll choose from four concentrations—American politics, comparative politics, international politics, and political theory. You might dive into American and New York City Politics, or take a broader, global approach with courses like Political Thought in Modern Asia or International Human Rights.

Students have interned at places like the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, New York State Division of Human Rights, Urban Justice Center, Council on Foreign Relations, Freedom House, United Nations, and more.

Our department also has formal arrangements for internship experiences with the New York State Legislature and a semester-long program in Washington, D.C. in affiliation with American University.

Our graduates go on to earn prestigious fellowships, work on Capitol Hill, attend law school, and bring their perspective and skills to global businesses, campaign management, and public policy. Some of our recent graduates have landed jobs as law clerks with top NYC firms, as finance directors for political campaigns, and journalists with Report for America.

Here, you’ll receive a rigorous education that encourages action. The Jesuits have always been proponents of social justice and positive change, and you’ll learn with educators and peers from around the world, each coming from a variety of faith traditions and backgrounds so you can understand issues from multiple perspectives. And our interdisciplinary education will help you gain a global perspective on critical issues related to human rights, democracy, and civic engagement.

At Fordham, you’ll use AI as a tool to enhance your learning. As a political science major, you could even conduct research into how AI has affected world governments and elections, preparing you for careers in AI policy, strategy, and safety.

You’ll also be able to earn credentials and paid micro-internships through IBM SkillsBuild’s Getting Started with AI course. All Fordham students and graduates have access to AI training through RamConnect, the University’s alumni and experiential learning platform.

Above all, you’ll learn skills that can’t be replaced by AI, such as critical thinking, creativity, emotional intelligence and integrity.