Policy Studies B.A.

You will be introduced to the historical, social, economic and political factors shaping contemporary policy issues at the local, state, national and global levels.

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As a student in the policy studies program, you will:

gain understanding of the policymaking process,
learn how policymaking decisions affect people and communities, and
complete a research project for a government agency or organization

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Degree Type

Major

Outcome

B.A.

Modality

In-person

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Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs

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Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs

The Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs is Syracuse University’s home for innovative, interdisciplinary teaching and research in the social sciences, public policy, public administration and international relations. It includes America’s No. 1 ranked graduate program in public affairs, offering highly regarded professional degrees alongside advanced scholarly degrees in the social sciences. It’s also home to undergraduate programs across the full spectrum of social sciences.

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Curriculum

The policy studies curriculum allows you to build on a strong foundation in public affairs, social sciences, management, education, communications, visual arts and more. You won’t just study the process of how to influence and shape policy, you will learn to apply it. The major requires 10 courses: seven required core courses and three electives.

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Policy Studies B.A.

Policy Studies B.A.

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