If you're eager to play a bigger role in local, state or federal government, consider a career serving the public.

With the Political Science minor, you will build a foundation in the principles and processes of American national government, international relations, classical political philosophy, legal theory and Constitutional law. Saint Leo prepares you for a future in the public or private sector, or academia.

Professional development opportunities

• Internships: Students have interned with the Pasco County Administrator, State Representatives, the Florida Secretary of State, Dade City Attorney, Florida House Speaker elect, and Vermont Senator Patrick Leahy.
• Civic engagement: Participate in Student Government Union, political debates, Model UN, voter registration drives and local political forums.
• Travel: Visit the Florida State Legislature to meet with the Governor, lobbyists and members of the Florida Supreme Court and Senate. Travel to the United Nations in New York City. Tour the historic Cuban district in Ybor City, Tampa.
• Co-curricular activities: Become an active member of Pi Sigma Alpha. The national political honor society named Saint Leo “outstanding chapter,” and Student Government awarded it for having the highest collective GPA on campus.