Political Science

Arguing for a Living

Want to understand how the world really works — and maybe run it someday? Central College’s political science major dives into everything from local elections to global power plays.

You’ll study real-world politics, learn how to conduct original research and undertake civic engagement projects that help you get connected with professionals and build a resume of experience. Central majors are well prepared for law school, grad school or just winning arguments at dinner.

Many political science majors study abroad or in Washington, D.C., through The Washington Center
99%
of grads are placed in jobs, graduate school or volunteer service within six months
Less than an hour from the state capitol in Des Moines, many students intern or work in state government
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In the News

Sarah Oldsen ’08 Appointed District 7 Judge

Greg Ellingson ’13 Joins HJ Sims as Vice President

Central College Political Science Students Present at 28th Annual Great Plains Conference

Meet the Faculty

  • Mark Barloon, B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Senior Lecturer of History
  • Andrew Green, B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Director of Institutional Research
  • Randy Renstrom, B.S., M.A., Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, Chair of the Department of Behavioral Science

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