Politics and Public Service

As a student of Politics & Public Service a Holy Cross College, you will take up St. John Paul II’s call to anchor politics in the truth of the human person. Aided by philosophers and political leaders of the past and present, you will reflect seriously on the moral and legal foundations of a just society. You will examine critically the principles, institutions, laws, and historical development of the American constitutional tradition. Join us to become a more conscientious citizen better equipped to participate in civil discourse and serve the common good.

• Study political philosophy, American constitutionalism, world politics, Catholic social thought, politics and literature, and more
• Consider declaring the Pre-Law Track
• Consider adding a minor in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
• Take your learning outside the classroom with an internship (100% of Holy Cross students complete an internship prior to graduation)
• Join the Political Science Society
• Attend our annual Constitution Day Lecture, as well as other events across the tri-campus community

Politics and Public Service graduates go on to a wide range of career paths, including:

• Business
• Campaign Management
• Government Service
• Intelligence
• International Affairs
• Journalism
• Law
• National Security
• Non-Profit Organizations
• Policy Analysis
• Public Administration
• Teaching