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.

ADVOCATE FOR SUSTAINABILITY and social justice by participating in the studentled Community Action Fund for Equity and Sustainability Committee.

OUR CAMPUS LOCATION across the street from the State Capitol offers unique access to learning opportunities and internships with legislators and policymakers.

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 on Income Inequality.