Minor in Governmental Studies

The minor in governmental studies allows students to acquire more specialized training in political studies. It prepares students for graduate work in political science and international relations, as well as in careers in foreign service, international and regional organizations, and public policy making.

Students enrolling in the governmental studies minor should have normally completed a minimum of 30 credits of course work and be in good academic standing.

The following rules apply:

• The minor consists of a minimum of 18 credits, including at least nine credits in courses at or above the 300 level.
• At least nine credits of the 18 credits required for the minor must be taken in residence at AUS.
• At least six credits of the nine credits at or above the 300 level must be taken in residence at AUS.
• A minimum GPA of 2.00 must be earned in courses completed to satisfy the minor.

Students seeking a minor in governmental studies must successfully complete the following courses or their equivalent. All course prerequisites must be satisfied.

This minor is not open to international studies students.