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2009-2010 University Catalog

American Government Minor

Banner Code:  AMGV

The minor in American Government develops knowledge of the principles, institutions, and behaviors of the American political system.

This program of study is offered by the Department of Public and International Affairs .

For policies governing all minors, see the Academic Policies  chapter of this catalog.

Course Work

Students pursuing this minor must complete 18 credits in government, with a minimum grade of 2.0 in each course.

One core course (3 credits):

Five elective courses (15 credits) chosen from:

  • Any GOVT 301–309 political institutions
  • Any GOVT 310–319 political behavior
  • Any GOVT 409–420
  • GOVT 480 - Internship, when relevant, with prior written approval of the undergraduate director

Total: 18 credits