Law School

Alumni have attended the following law schools: Harvard University, University of Chicago, New York University, University of Pennsylvania, Duke University, University of Michigan, Northwestern University, Cornell University, Georgetown University, Vanderbilt University, UCLA, USC, University of Notre Dame, University of Iowa, Indiana University, Pepperdine University, University of Oregon, University of the Pacific (McGeorge), Texas A&M University, and Thomas Jefferson School of Law.

Program Features

• Graduates have been accepted into 13 of the top 20 law schools, including 7 of the top 10
• Small class sizes allow for close teacher-student mentorship and a high level of scholarship.
• All course material is evaluated within a biblical framework
• Semester-long internship in Washington D.C. and Career Services equip students in real-time with experience and skills
• Political Studies provides the best-recognized preparation for law school

Minor

For a minor in Political Studies, the following courses are required for a total of 24 units:

• POL220 U.S. Government (3)
• Seven Upper Division Political Studies Electives (21)

Students who are Political Studies majors generally minor in Biblical Studies (24 units) but can select a different eligible minor.

Political Studies may also be taken as a focus track in the Interdisciplinary Studies degree, which requires a minimum of 18 units:

• POL326 Introduction to American Politics (3)
• POL343 U.S. Constitutional History (3)
• POL354 The Christian and Politics (3)
• POL365 Western Political Philosophy I (3)
• POL466 The Federalist Papers (3)
• POL473 American Political Thought I (3)

Political Journalism Double Major

Earn a double major in Political Studies, focusing on Constitutional Law, and Communication, specializing in Journalism, complemented by a minor in Biblical Studies.

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Study Abroad

TMU offers many study-abroad options, from semesters in Israel to summer and winter trips:

• IBEX (Israel)
• TMU Italy
• Turkey & Greece
• GO! Global Outreach

Study Abroad

Core Program Learning Outcomes

1. Describe the philosophies of the major political philosophers of Western civilization.
2. Articulate a biblical political philosophy and apply it to contemporary issues.
3. Trace the major events and individuals in the development of the U.S. Constitution and the history of key cases in its application to American jurisprudence.
4. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the key works and theories that have shaped American politics.
5. Conduct effective undergraduate-level research using primary and secondary sources and technological resources relating to political studies.