Degrees type: Bachelor

Main Campus

Mount Aloysius students majoring in history and political science have the unique opportunity to be introduced to both areas of study, progressing to upper division work, rather than narrowly focusing on only one area. This separates Mount Aloysius from other colleges.

Students studying History/Political Science at Mount Aloysius benefit from the support of engaged and accessible faculty, small class-sizes, and outstanding internships.

Program Highlights

  • Double focused major

  • Extensive Alumni network

  • Growing job market

  • Minor Available

Students walking on campus

Mountie Spotlight

Keeping History Alive

Alex's passion for history has led him to volunteering for a WWII museum near his hometown.

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Let’s Get Political

Trenton put his History/PoliSci degree to quick work after graduating.

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From International Affairs to Classroom Affairs

Mike Ryan brings decades of government and military experience to the Mount, where he hopes to pass that knowledge on to students.

Student Voices & Success Stories

MacKenzie Horne, ‘15, ‘17 Duquesne University, is now an archaeologist with GAI Consultants.

Dillon Bender, ‘16, is a Rose-Hulman Sports Information Graduate Assistant at the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.

History and political science are so interconnected in society. The program is the perfect combo.

Maggee Carrara
Class of 2020

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