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Transfer majors 
Get an Associate in Arts degree and transfer to a four-year institution as a political science major. You’ll take core classes along with courses in American politics and government, topics in political science, comparative politics, global politic, state and local government in the United States, non-western comparative politics, and more.
Harper College is an ideal place to study political science. Classes offer a comprehensive overview of the American political system and how politics are conducted internationally.
This program offers you a convenient and affordable way to begin your college education by earning the first two years of your bachelor’s degree. Academic advisors will help you choose courses that meet the specific requirements of the four-year college or university you plan to attend.
This sample transfer planning guide meets the requirements of the Associate in Arts degree and follows the Illinois Articulation Initiative political science baccalaureate major recommendations. Students choosing to follow this sample plan need to choose the major of Associate in Arts if needing financial aid. Transfer institution requirements may vary - students should check individual college/university requirements before completing the sample plan as outlined. Baccalaureate admission may be competitive. Completion of these courses alone does not guarantee admission.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
First Semester | ||
| ENG 101 | Composition I | 3 |
| FYS 101 | First Year Seminar | 3 |
| Mathematics 1 | 3 | |
| PSC 101 | American Politics and Government | 3 |
| SPE 101 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
Second Semester | ||
| ENG 102 | Composition II | 3 |
| Physical and Life Science 2 | 3 | |
| Humanities and Fine Arts 3 | 3 | |
| PSC 220 | State and Local Government in the U.S. | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Science 4 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Third Semester | ||
| Humanities and Fine Arts 3 | 3 | |
| Physical and Life Science 2 | 4 | |
| PSC 250 | Comparative Politics | 3 |
| PSC 270 | Global Politics | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Science 4 | 3 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
| Humanities and Fine Arts 3 | 3 | |
| Major Discipline and Transfer Elective 5 | 8 | |
| PSC 280 | Non-Western Comparative Politics | 3 |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Total Hours | 60 | |
Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for approved courses in this category. MTH 165 is recommended. Consult with transfer school before selecting course.
Select at least one Physical and one Life Science. One course must include a lab. Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for the approved courses in this category.
Select one course from Humanities and one course from Fine Arts. Interdisciplinary courses may count in either category. One course from Humanities and Fine Arts or Social and Behavioral Sciences must meet the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement. Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for approved courses in this category.
One course from Humanities and Fine Arts or from Social and Behavioral Sciences must meet the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement. Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for approved courses in this category.
Recommend courses from PHI, SPE, ECO, GEG, HST, LEJ, PSC, PSY or SOC.
For more information about studying political science at Harper, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.