About the Department
Study how and why society makes collective decisions, from the halls of legislatures and parliaments to the frontlines of electoral campaigns and international relations. Our students develop a deep knowledge of political theories and institutions, in the U.S. and around the world, while mastering the work of the political scientist. Our curriculum places strong emphasis on research, data analysis, and the formulation of clear and convincing evidence-based argument, a skillset valued across political spheres—and beyond.
Challenging Academics
Rise to the expectations of faculty scholars who engage students in research and seminar-style classes.
Capital Connections
Proximity equals opportunity: Get real experience in state and federal government in nearby Trenton.
Flexible Foundation
Our grads enter top law schools or careers in government, public affairs, business, nonprofits, and more.
Takeover: Race, Education, & American Democracy
The TCNJ Department of Political Science Politics Forum hosts Dr. Domingo Morel (Assistant Professor of Political Science at Rutgers University, Newark) as he presents "Takeover: Race, Education, and American Democracy" on October 23, 2020 at 12:30 pm.
Two Steps Forward, One Step Back? The Incremental Advancement of and Persistent Threats to Voting Rights in The United States
Celebrate Constitution Day with the first Politics Forum of the Fall 2020 semester. Dr. Tao Dumas will present "Two Steps Forward, One Step Back? The Incremental Advancement of and Persistent Threats to Voting Rights in The United States" on September 17, 2020 for the TCNJ Politics Forum.
Spring 2020 Dean's List
Congratulations to the Political Science students named to the Spring 2020 Dean's List!
Statement on systemic racism in the United States
TCNJ Department of Political Science statement on systemic racism in the United States
Congratulations Jamie Fox Scholars
The Department of Political Science congratulates the five TCNJ students named Jamie Fox Scholars in the spring of 2020.