For a more detailed description of our courses and faculty or to get application materials, click on one of the programs below. This degree focuses on areas of campaign management, lobbying, issues management, polling and strategic research, political leadership, fundraising, corporate public affairs and politics and public policy. Political Management has an emphasis on both analytical approaches and practical applications of political techniques and skills. If you are interested in working on Capitol Hill or if you are involved in public policy, legislative, and executive branch issues, then Legislative Affairs might be suited to you. In Washington, a non-degree program Students can take three or more courses in Washington politics during the summer, fall and spring semesters.
Political internships can be a component of the program.
The Semester In Washington program is great for those who want a taste of Washington, or who might later think of joining us in the master's degree programs.