Political Science & International Affairs
Are you interested in current events and the state of world affairs? Are you curious about the inner workings of government or working with the public?
The Department of Political Science and International Affairs (PSIA) offers six undergraduate degrees, two minors, and two graduate degrees in the areas of political science, international affairs, and strategic and security studies. Two of our undergraduate political science degrees focus on pre-law and american politics.
"Over the past five years, PSIA students have earned $1.5 million from scholarships such as the Truman, Gilman, Fulbright and more."
We invite you to explore your options and find out how we can get you started on your career!
Associate Degree(s) in Core Curriculum with pathway courses
Pathway | Catalog | Campus |
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Political Science Pathway (A.A.) |
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G
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The campus designation code indicates that the degree can be completed on that campus or online, as indicated.
*Degree requires visits to multiple campuses and/or online courses.

Bachelor’s Degrees may be started on any campus and can only be completed in Dahlonega or Gainesville (coded below).
Bachelor's Degree Title | Catalog | Campus |
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International Affairs (B.A.) | D | |
Political Science (B.S.) |
D
G
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Political Science Major with American Politics Concentration (B.S.) | D | |
Political Science Major with Pre-Law Concentration (B.S.) | D | |
Strategic & Security Studies (B.A.) | D |
The campus designation code indicates that the degree can be completed on that campus or online, as indicated.
*Degree requires visits to multiple campuses and/or online courses.

Graduate programs at UNG have different admission requirements, application deadlines and tuition rates. Select a program name or its catalog listing to learn more about UNG’s graduate offerings. Contact Graduate Admissions if you have questions regarding the application process.
Program Name | Catalog | Campus |
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Master of Arts in International Affairs |
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Master of Public Administration |
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The campus designation code indicates that the degree can be completed on that campus or online, as indicated.
*Degree requires visits to multiple campuses and/or online courses.

Program Name | Catalog | Campus |
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Political Science Pathway (A.A.) |
C
G
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Political Science (B.S.) |
D
G
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Master of Arts in International Affairs |
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Master of Public Administration |
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The campus designation code indicates that the degree can be completed on that campus or online, as indicated.
*Degree requires visits to multiple campuses and/or online courses.

Program Name | Catalog | Campus |
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International Affairs Minor | ||
Political Science Minor |
The campus designation code indicates that the degree can be completed on that campus or online, as indicated.
*Degree requires visits to multiple campuses and/or online courses.

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