Located in Bethlehem, PA, the Political Science Department at Lehigh University provides a dynamic and comprehensive education in politics, government, and international affairs. The program delves into political ideas, institutions, and processes, emphasizing the development of critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills through rigorous coursework, research opportunities, and practical experiences. Students explore diverse areas including American politics, comparative politics, international relations, political theory, and public policy within a close-knit intellectual community. Faculty are engaged scholars who mentor students, preparing them for a wide range of careers in government, non-profits, and the private sector, as well as for law school or graduate studies.
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Lehigh University (LU) is a private research university in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1865 by Asa Packer, Lehigh is the third-oldest university in Pennsylvania. The university has five colleges: the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science, the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business, the College of Education, and the College of Health. Lehigh offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in a variety of fields.
