B.A. Degree with a Major in Political Science
Buena Vista University Graduate & Professional Studies is exclusively for students seeking to complete degrees begun elsewhere. We facilitate the smooth transfer of credits from Marshalltown Community College, Iowa Valley Community College District. This advising guide is effective for students entering BVU in the 2011-12 academic year. As course and degree requirements change, students are encouraged to consult with BVU personnel.
Marshalltown Community College has a full articulation agreement with Buena Vista University. Students who have completed an approved associate's degree at MCC can can seamlessly move on to complete a bachelor's degree through BVU.
Courses Required For A Political Science Major
(40 Credit Hours)
MCC Courses that Fulfill BVU Requirements
Political Science:
PSCN 110 - Intro to American Government......................................................POL 111 - American National Government
PSCN 115 - Intro to Politics
PSCN 205 - Intro to Political Philosophy
PSCN 240 - Judicial Process or
PSCN 245 - Intro to American Law
PSCN 310 - Comparative Politics or
PSCN 315 - International Relations
PSCN 400 - Pre-Professional Seminar
PSCN 460 - Constitutional Law
PSCN 465 - Civil Liberties or
PSCN 485 - Special Topics in Political Science
PSPA 320 - State & Local Politics
or PSPA 380 - Administrative Agencies
PSPA 360 - Intro to Public Affairs
MATH 140 - Elementary Applied Statistics........................................................MAT 156 - Statististics
Complete either Option A or B
Option A:
6 credit hours from: HIST 320, 349, 360, 362, 364, PSCN 495,
any PSCN or PSPA course at the 300 level or higher not
previously used to satisfy a requirement
Option B:
PSCN 490 - Washington Center Internship Program
Students must earn a minimum of 12 credit hours at the 300/400 level in their major from Buena Vista University. All transcripts will be evaluated on an individual basis. If questions should arise, please contact Buena Vista University Graduate & Professional Studies Marshalltown Site at 866.449.7056 or 3700 S Center Street, Marshalltown, Iowa 50158.