Public Service, Non-Profit, Law, & NGOs

Build a better world

We are living in a time when more people than ever are paying close attention to the state of society and feel a responsibility to make a difference in the world. There is no better way to create a more just and equitable society than by shaping policies and fighting for causes that promote justice and equality. Prepare to advocate for the future you envision through a career in law, government, or non-profit work.

• The 3+3 Direct Admission program gives Willamette students the opportunity to complete an undergraduate and law degree in six years instead of the usual seven.

• Our campus location across the street from the State Capitol offers unique access to learning opportunities and internships with legislators and policymakers.

• Advocate for sustainability and social justice by participating in the student led Community Action Fund for Equity and Sustainability Committee.

• Gain multicultural perspectives on laws, politics, and policymaking by spending a semester in Washington D.C. through our partnership with American University or through any one of our many international study abroad programs.

Complementary Fields of Study

American Ethnic Studies / Asian Studies / Business / Data Science / Economics / Environmental Science / Global Cultural Studies / History / International Studies / Law / Philosophy / Politics, Policy, Law, & Ethics/ Psychology / Public Health / Sustainability / Theatre / Women's & Gender Studies

Expand your knowledge through a Co-Curricular Student Club

Bearcat Pantry / Choice Action Team / Climate Action Alliance / College Democrats / College Republicans / Debate Union / Disability Advocacy Club / Interfraternity Council / Panhellenic Council / Politics, Policy, Law, & Ethics Club / Restorative Justice Club / Sexual Assault Response Advocates

Popular Courses

American Exceptionalism?: Policy & Politics in Comparative Perspective / Reforming Criminal Justice / Parties, Elections, & Campaigns / Politics in the Developing World / Politics and Religion in the United States / Discourse in Income Inequality