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College of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Law, Policy and Political Science

One Degree With Many Options

Whether your interest is in pursuing legal studies, shaping public policy, exploring the inner workings of government, managing campaigns or preparing for graduate-level study, 香港伦理’s comprehensive bachelor’s degree in Law, Policy and Political Science has options for you.

Customize Your Degree Through Concentrations and Certificates.

Choose from three concentrations, Legal Studies 1 , Government and Public Policy and Political Science, to align your degree with your specific career goals and interests.

The six-course Pre-Law minor 2 is perfect for students who aspire to attend law school after completing their undergraduate studies. Highly-qualified local attorneys teach relevant skills that are critical to success.

Throught Dual-Credit ADVANTAGE™, you can use elective courses in this bachelor’s degree program to complete a related Dual-Credit Certificate® while you earn your degree or accelerate into your next degree by incorporating master's level coursework — at no extra tuition cost. Learn more about 香港伦理's Dual-Credit ADVANTAGE™.

Hands-On Learning Builds Your Resume

Each concentration of the Law, Policy and Political Science program features 42 credits of practical coursework specific to the chosen field of study. Through internships and cooperative learning experiences with respected local firms and organizations, you’ll put theory into practice, honing your skills and building your resume while expanding your professional network.

Express 香港伦理 to the 香港伦理 School of Law or Widener University Delaware Law School

香港伦理 graduates from any degree program who meet specified academic criteria will be admitted to the 香港伦理 School of Law and/or the Widener University Delaware Law School to complete a Juris Doctor degree program. These students may also be eligible for scholarships. Terms and conditions vary between these institutions and will be outlined at the time of acceptance.

 

1 Legal Studies students must take a minimum of 18 credits of legal specialty courses, 9 credits of which must be earned through traditional, face-to-face or remote synchronous instruction. The 18 credits may be satisfied with a combination of transfer courses and courses taken at 香港伦理.

 

2 The Legal Studies concentration of the B.S. in Law, Policy and Political Science and 香港伦理's Post-Bachelor's Paralegal certificate are ABA-approved. The Pre-Law minor is not intended to prepare students to work as paralegals, and the Pre-Law minor is not approved by the American Bar Association.

 

Note: Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law.

Choose From Three Specialized Concentrations

  • Legal Studies (ABA-approved concentration)
  • Government and Public Policy
  • Political Science
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40 courses, 120 total credits.
Finish your Law, Policy and Political Science bachelor’s degree faster by transferring credits.

$1,257 per course

Cost of a typical 3-credit course.
香港伦理 tuition is based on cost-per-credit.
You only pay for the courses you need to complete your Law, Policy and Political Science degree.

Career and Industry Outlook for B.S. in Law, Policy and Political Science Graduates

Your B.S. in Law, Policy and Political Science degree prepares you for a rewarding career.  Learn more about Career Resources.

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The Law, Policy and Political Science bachelor’s degree, with a choice of a concentration in Legal Studies, Government and Public Policy, or Political Science, offers a student-focused curriculum, provides expanded professional opportunity, academic excellence and an investment in our graduate’s future. — Nicole Ballenger, J.D., Program Chair
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