Fact sheet
Social Sciences
Generating knowledge, cultivating leadership for all
The School of Politics and Global Studies at ASU empowers students with diverse backgrounds to tackle challenges facing humanity and our planet, provide an in-depth understanding of local, national and global politics, and inform policy making and public debates.
Faculty are dedicated to providing premier opportunities for students in and beyond the classroom, linking coursework to immersive experiences in politics, business, media, law and international organizations. Our rich variety of courses enable students to study topics ranging from elections and the environment to armed conflict and human rights.
Research at the cutting edge of innovation and discovery
There are endless ways for students, faculty and supporters to be part of the school’s mission and inspire leadership through our o!erings.
Fostering abundant professional networking opportunities
Sarah Lords, an SPGS alumna, speaks to students as part of the school’s Distinguished Alumni Series. Alumni also work with current students through the School events and other networking opportunities.
Enriching student experiences
The school o!ers a myriad of opportunities, internships and study abroad programs. The participants of the highly competitive statewide Arizona Legislature and Government Program o!ered through SPGS are proud Sun Devils.
Leading the conversation on Latino politics
Associate Professor Francisco Pedraza works with the Center for Latina/os and American Politics Research to pursue scholarship on politics and policies concerning the nation’s Latina/o-Hispanic (Latinx) population.
Building a community of belonging
The School of Politics and Global Studies is devoted to supporting its diverse student population and ensuring our top-tier o!erings are accessible for all. That is why the school awards many scholarships each year to students based on academics, experience, personal stories and financial need. See what the school o!ers below and get involved!
Our degree programs, research centers, internships and more:
Undergraduate degrees
Politics and the Economy (BS)
Political Science (BS)
Political Science (BA)
Global Studies (BA)
International Relations (BS) International Relations (BA)
Graduate degrees
International A!airs and Leadership (MA)
Global Security (MA)
Global Security, Cybersecurity (MA)
Political Psychology (MA)
Political Science (MA)
Political Science (PhD)
Minors
Global Studies
Political Science
Certificates
Civic Education
International Studies
Political Economy
Political Entrepreneurship through Internships: Local to Global Global Security and Competitive Statecraft (Graduate Certificate)
Our research units
Future Security Initiative
Center for Latina/os and American Politics Research (CLAPR)
Experimental Lab
Our student opportunities
Arizona Legislative and Government Internship Program
Capital Scholars Program
Policy Design Studio and Internship Program Study abroad in Macedonia, Ireland and beyond spgs.asu.edu
Strengthen the academic heart of ASU
We are constantly expanding locally, nationally and globally, providing more educational opportunities than ever before. Through our community’s continued interests and investments, we can keep growing and better serve our students, faculty and sta! — pushing forward our mission of generating knowledge and cultivating leadership.
Our school cultivates leaders of the future, produces knowledge vital to the workings of democratic governance and enriches public debates about key issues facing our nation and humanity. Your support makes all that possible.”
– Güneş Murat Tezcür Director of the School of Politics and Global Studies