Establishing Justice in Civil Government
What makes a government succeed or fail? How can we make liberty and justice prosper?
When you study political science at Belhaven University, you learn how to answer those questions. You look at the rise and fall of governments, and you understand the principles that guide America’s social institutions.
Throughout it all, you experience how our Christian perspective influences political thought, behavior, and civic life. Get ready to imagine, innovate, and inspire your world.

A Passion for Politics
Why You’ll Love Political Science at Belhaven
Close-Knit Community
Small class sizes, personalized instruction, and career advisement set us apart from other universities.
Amazing Mentors
Our professors are renowned experts in political theory, history, and practice — and they’re fantastic career mentors.
Challenging Careers
Belhaven graduates are running campaigns and working in political advocacy, practicing law, serving in government agencies, and much more.
Christian Worldview
You are challenged to think critically and analytically about who God is — and who you are — as we equip you to fulfill your calling to glorify God and be a blessing to the world.
Exciting Internships
Take advantage of Belhaven's connections with GlobalEd's American Students program in Washington, D.C.
13:1 Student/Faculty Ratio
Small class sizes mean big opportunities
14 Years in a Row
Named a College of Distinction
What Can You Do with a Political Science Degree?
- Congressional staff
- Lawyer/paralegal
- Campaign manager
- Political correspondent
- Economic development
- Government offices
- Strategic planning consultant
- Public policy
- Public opinion analyst
- Graduate studies in law, government, business and education
Poli Sci at Belhaven Teaches You How To...
- Unravel complex & compelling issues through discussion & debate
- Read thoroughly & evaluate fairly
- Write professionally & communicate clearly
What Are Belhaven Grads Doing Now?
- Running campaigns
- Working in political advocacy
- Serving in government offices
- Serving in the military and law enforcement
- Working in economic development
- Teaching
- Working in education administration, finance and business
- Completing law school
- Practicing law
Political Science at Belhaven: What You Need to Know
- 4-Year Plan for Freshmen (pdf)
- 4-Year Plan for Transfers (pdf)
We offer a variety of internships/partnerships at local Jackson institutions. We have good relations with:
- Museums (Civil Rights, Art, Mississippi History, the Old Capitol)
- Department of Archives & History
- Government offices such as the Secretary of State’s Office, Members of Congress, both locally and in Washington, D.C., as well as local and national political advocacy groups like the Heritage Foundation.
Government
Thousands of civil service positions are available at federal, state, and local levels. You can join the FBI, the IRS, or even the Foreign Services. Here in Mississippi, our graduates have worked in the Department of Archives & History and other state offices.
Business and Industry
Many large businesses, like banks, insurance companies, communications firms, etc., prefer to employ people who are knowledgeable about world affairs and who have high levels of reading comprehension and communication, especially writing.
Law
Prepare for law school and practice law, or use this training to acquire a variety of positions in business, government, etc.
Education
Earn a secondary education certificate and teach (and coach) in high school; then go on to graduate school for teaching in higher education settings.
Church
Prepare to enter the ministry, other church positions, or the missionary field.
Library
Prepare for library science studies and become a librarian, archivist, or curator.
Media
Enter the field of journalism with the printed press, television, radio, or documentary films. Some political science majors have become novel writers!
Travel
Work as a travel agent, planning and guiding tours.
Contact Us
Office of Admission
Phone: 601-968-5940Mailing Address:
1500 Peachtree Street, Box 153
Jackson, MS 39202
For campus visit:
Jimmy Hood Welcome Center
855 Riverside Drive
Jackson, MS 39202
Fax: 601-300-2932

Verse of the Year
God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him.
Philippians 2:13