Department of Political Science and International Relations

The Department of Political Science and International Relations provides essential knowledge of systems of democracy and dictatorship, legislation and constitutional law, and the origins of war and peace.

Our undergraduate program covers the full range of political science subfields - American politics, comparative politics, international relations and political theory. Our graduate program prepares students to be constructively critical of their immediate and broader political environment, whether in the workplace or simply as citizens of their country and the world.

We also offer an accelerated program that enables qualified Salve undergraduates to begin our master's degree in international relations in their senior (fourth) year.

Explore Our Programs

International relations (doctorate)

The nation's first fully online doctoral program in international relations, this rigorous Ph.D. program emphasizes justice, exploring the complex questions of international affairs in the 21st century with a focus on seeking wisdom.

International relations program

International relations (master's degree)

Our online master's degree helps professionals and military officers hone the critical and creative thinking skills needed to succeed in the complex field of foreign affairs.

International relations program

International relations (minor)

Open to students from all majors, our minor in international relations explores different political systems around the world, along with their conflicts, cultures, histories and economies.

International relations program

Political science (major, minor)

Our political science program provides many opportunities for exploration and discovery. The challenging curriculum builds analytical skills and encourages discourse as you learn to gather relevant information, develop logical arguments and approach problem-solving with informed perspective.

Political science program