A large and dynamic community of scholars at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the Political Science department is highly regarded for its research excellence and distinguished faculty. Exploring the intricacies of politics, political behavior, and public policy, faculty engage in pioneering research across diverse fields including American politics, comparative politics, international relations, and political theory. Consistently ranked among the leading programs nationally, the department offers rigorous training through undergraduate majors, minors, and concentrations, alongside graduate MA and PhD programs. This comprehensive education prepares students with strong analytical skills for successful careers in academia, government, non-profit organizations, and the private sector.
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The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (U of I, Illinois, University of Illinois, or UIUC) is a public land-grant research university in Champaign, Illinois, and Urbana, Illinois. It is the flagship institution of the University of Illinois system and was founded in 1867. With over 56,000 students, the University of Illinois is one of the largest public universities by enrollment in the United States.
