Academic college: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, School of Politics and Global Studies. This four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) in Political Science provides a rigorous, data-driven understanding of political phenomena in the United States and across the globe. The BS program is particularly useful for students seeking careers that require strong analytical thinking and quantitative skills, focusing on how to analyze political statistics and apply scientific methods to political inquiry. Unlike the BA, the BS typically does not have a foreign language requirement; instead, it emphasizes statistics, data, and mathematical literacy as applied in political contexts. Core coursework covers American government, comparative government, global politics, and political ideologies, alongside required courses like Empirical Political Inquiry (POS 301) and Political Statistics (POS 401). Students learn how to link political theory and policy to practical issues, develop robust research methodologies, and analyze large datasets. The program prepares students to understand and explore innovative approaches to today's emerging local, national, and global challenges.

Career options for graduates are diverse and particularly strong in fields requiring advanced analytical and quantitative skills. Graduates are well-prepared for roles in data science, policy analysis, intelligence analysis, business analysis, market research, government (local, state, federal), and non-profit organizations. Specific positions include management analysts, social science research assistants, lawyers, marketing managers, political analysts, public relations managers, and regulatory affairs managers. The program also serves as an excellent foundation for law school or graduate studies in fields such as public administration, public policy, and political science, especially for those interested in a research-oriented path.

Arizona State University, Tempe Campus, is at the academic heart of ASU, part of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the university’s largest and most diverse college. ASU is a highly ranked public university with a world-leading drive for innovation and is consistently the #1 US public university chosen by international students. The Tempe campus is ASU's historic and largest, home to hundreds of degree programs, first-rate research facilities, and big sporting events, creating an energetic city-like atmosphere. The opportunity to learn from world-renowned faculty, including 15 National Academy of Sciences members, 3 Pulitzer Prize winners, and 2 Nobel Prize winners, offers an exceptional academic experience, especially for students interested in a scientific and quantitative approach to political studies.