International Affairs focuses on international and comparative politics, giving students valuable tools for functioning in today's globalized world as well as preparing those who are interested in internationally-oriented careers. The major also includes course options in History, Economics, Anthropology, Geography, and Foreign Language.

• International Affairs major (effective Spring 2008)*

Political Science focuses on the core elements of government – exploring theory and structure, political culture and values, public life, and the wide and the wide variety of socio-economic contexts in which they function. Courses often encourage and explore civil literacy and political participation.

• Political Science Major*
• Political Science Minor*

Public Administration studies the administration of modern government. The discipline explores the policy making and implementation process, the theories behind organization, public budgeting processes, and program evaluation, among others.  

• Public Administration Major and Minor (Effective Fall 2001)*

Public Law focuses on the judicial aspects of American government, exploring the theoretical and practical role of the courts in society. Special attention is directed towards the interpretation of constitutional & legislative law and the legalistic interaction between branches of government.

• Public Law and Government Major*
• Public Law and Government Minor*

Public Safety Administration pays special attention to the role of first responders and other key personnel in their quest to protect society while also honoring the concepts of liberty and justice. This discipline offers specialized courses for those seeking to work on the administrative side of public safety organizations.

• Public Safety Administration Curriculum (Effective Fall 2002)*

Nonprofit administration is a minor that focuses on the unique challenges to 401(c)3 nonprofit organizations, including fundraising, working with volunteers and boards, and leadership.

• NonProfit Minor

The Political Science Department support's a Pre-Law Advising Center for students across campus who are interested in attending Law School after graduation. This center provides online information and personalized advising relative to the practice of law, preparation for law school, selection of law schools for application, and preparation for the LSAT test.

• Pre-Law Advising Center

Master of Public Administration

The Master of Public Administration Program at Eastern Michigan University is preparing students for public and nonprofit service careers by

The department is also offering eight Graduate Certificates to provide interested individuals with graduate level training that complements and supports their need for professional development in public management or their desire for personal enhancement.