It provides the study of American politics and political institutions, relations between nations of the world and the examination of various forms of governments around the world. Political Science exists in a cooperative relationship with the political science departments at Loras College and the University of Dubuque. Almost all courses in political science are offered at Loras College and the University of Dubuque. If a Clarke student chooses to major or minor in political science, it is with the understanding that most courses will be taken on one of these two campuses. Acceptance into the courses is based on the space available.
Some majors enter teaching at the secondary level, or with graduate study, at the college level.
Many political science majors enter law school.