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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics defines an education in the liberal arts and sciences as “an approach to learning that involves diverse coursework so students develop a range of knowledge.” In other words, a degree in the liberal arts and sciences does not limit you to a specific career – you are free to pursue endless opportunities, having developed critical thinking, communication, career-readiness and other skills.
Degree programs at the School of Politics and Global Studies prepare you for success in today’s job market.
Gain coveted skills and industry experience through internships like the Arizona Legislative and Government Internship or Washington, D.C.-based programs like Capital Scholars or Policy Design Studio.
Alumni with a degree from the School of Politics and Global Studies, on average, earn $74,146 10 years after completion.
93% of employers agree that “a candidate’s capacity to think critically, communicate clearly and solve complex problems is more important than their undergraduate major.”
Career outcomes
Learn from award-winning faculty and join a vast network of policymakers, world innovators and renowned researchers. •
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Brooke Z. graduated in 2023 with dual degrees in political science and global studies. She worked at the Arizona State Senate during her freshman, sophomore and junior years and served as a research assistant through the the school’s Junior Fellows Program. She is currently pursuing her JD at Georgetown Law.
Evans K. graduated with a degree in political science in 2023 through the university’s Starbucks College Achievement Plan. As a student, he participated in the Capital Scholars Program in Washington, D.C., where he interned for the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants. He is now pursuing his master’s degree in international affairs.
(ASU) gave me the necessary skills, confidence and credibility to solve complex issues in the future through the avenue of public policy. SPGS has truly created an amazing school that supports its students and helps them become their most successful selves.”
Alma A. Analyst, U.S. Government Accountability Office BA in global studies, 2021
The opportunity to work closely with and get feedback from former U.S. ambassadors who are invested in your education and want to see you succeed is huge.”
Isabel H. Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in South Korea BA in global studies, BS in applied mathematics, 2024