Bachelor of Political Science-Public Law at The University of Montana

The University of Montana offers the Bachelor of Political Science-Public Law as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Missoula , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for political science-public law and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Political Science-Public Law

Study Political Science – Public Law at the University of Montana

Explore landmark court decisions that have helped to define civil rights and liberties, judicial processes and government power – and how these laws continue to shape today's society. Whether you're preparing for law school or interested in careers ranging from government to law enforcement, journalism to teaching, or research to public interest work, the public law concentration will give you a solid foundation to excel.

As a political science major with a focus in public law, you'll examine the role of the federal, state and tribal courts in the American political system; learn about the values and principles underlying the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights; gain a deeper understanding of judicial politics; and explore how courts have determined the scope and limits of individual liberties and civil rights.

Like all of our political science programs, the public law concentration offers exceptional opportunities for real-world learning and community engagement – through internships, undergraduate research, service-learning opportunities and more.

And you can easily tailor your political science degree to your specific interests or pursue as a double major or minor. In addition to public international relations and comparative politics, we also offer concentrations in American politics, and policy and public administration.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Political Science-Public Law at The University of Montana

Entry Requirements

Academic Eligibility

First-year students: To be eligible for admission, freshman students must have met/be on track to meet all upper/senior secondary school requirements with the equivalent of a 2.5 GPA to be automatically considered for admission to undergraduate programs.

Transfer students: Transfer students must have graduated from secondary school and completed at least 12 university-level credits (1 semester) with the equivalent of a 2.0 GPA.

UM Undergraduate Admissions uses a 4.0 unweighted scale to determine GPA. If your school does not calculate GPA, we will calculate it for you when we evaluate your academic records.

Documents for Admission

Secondary school students/graduates: Please submit academic transcripts/mark sheets for grades 9-12 and secondary school leaving certificates, exam results or diplomas showing secondary school completion (if applicable)

Students who have completed at least one semester (12 U.S. credits) of university or post-secondary study: university transcript/mark sheets/exam results listing all courses, grades and credits/hours and diplomas/graduation certificates (if applicable). Students who qualify for transfer do not need to submit secondary school documents.

English translations: All documents not originally issued in English must also be accompanied by word-for-word English translations. You, the applicant, can make the translations yourself.

Admission consideration for international applicants can proceed with unofficial documents. Unofficial documents are photocopies or scans of original academic documents submitted to University of Montana directly by you, the student. Unofficial documents can be uploaded to your admission portal.

English Requirements

PTEMin 48
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 70

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Political Science-Public Law

Career development in the political science major

There are many ways to get involved in the community, build your professional network and connect with potential career opportunities as a political science major at UM – and our faculty are here to help you at every step.

Our students often serve as executive officers and in leadership positions in student government. They lead campus political clubs and the Political Science Honor Society. They've even successfully run for state and local elected offices.

Student organizations offer more great ways to develop professionally and make new friends. Clubs you may be interested in as a political science major with a focus in public law include:

International Development Studies Club
Global Grizzlies
UM Climate Response Club
Kyiyo Native American Student Association
Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honors Society

Scholarships for political science

Each year, we award over $43,000 in scholarships to political science majors with a range of interests, accomplishments, and activities both on campus and in the community – including incoming UM students who excelled in the Montana Model UN High School Conference. Learn more about scholarship opportunities in the political science program.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Political Science-Public Law at The University of Montana

Application Fee 30

How to Apply for Bachelor of Political Science-Public Law at The University of Montana

1. Complete an online application
2. Pay the application fee
3. Submit required application documents

English language proficiency requirements
Academic records
Financial information
Copy of passport
Transfer form (for transfer students only)

You can also download our International Admissions Checklist to help you submit all required materials.

Bachelor of Political Science-Public Law at The University of Montana

The University of Montana

United States of America, Missoula