Welcome to the official website for Political Science at Florida State University!

Our department offers baccalaureate and graduate instruction in American Politics, International Relations, Comparative Politics, and Public Policy. In addition, our Applied Master’s degree program in American Politics and Policy (MAAPP) allows for professional training towards careers in political campaigning, fundraising, lobbying, legislative affairs, and active participation within all levels of government.

The faculty of the Department of Political Science frequently publishes articles in the top journals of the discipline, and provides rigorous instruction in many fields of political expertise. Our graduate students undertaking doctoral research generally take positions at research universities, liberal arts teaching colleges, and research and policy organizations in the public and private sector.

Learn more about the various degree programs we have to offer:

Graduate Programs

• Masters of Applied American Politics and Policy
• Political Science Doctoral Program

Undergraduate Programs

• Baccalaureate in Political Science
• Research Intensive Bachelor’s Certificate
• Undergraduate Advising