<p>Now that my 12 college applications are finished, I can focus more on my future plans in terms of a major/minor. I've given serious consideration to political science, as I'd like to pursue Law, and all of the colleges I've applied to offer it. </p>
<p>My question is: What classes do typical colleges make you take before you declare a Political Science major? Will it involve in math/science courses? (I'm not so proficient in this field.)</p>
<p>Another question (my apologies!): Would a Spanish minor complement a political science major well? I know being bilingual is critical in my future field.</p>
<p>I think it just depends on the school. At most, I’d think you can just declare Political Science from the beginning and start with the basic major requirements. Look on the websites of the schools you want to go to and there should be information somewhere about majors and their requirements.</p>
<p>As for math/science courses, that too will depend on the school. Most schools have general education requirements that may involve a math course and a science course, etc. It really depends. There is no standard, the specifics for each school should be easily found on the school’s website.</p>
<p>If being bilingual is critical for your future career, then you should speak English as well as that other language. I major/minor is not required, only fluency.</p>
<p>normal poli sci core/prereqs: american gov/us institutions, comparitive politics, and international relations. Some offer the gateway class: intro to politics. 2nd tier core: political economy or subcore: money and power. Support classes: public speaking plus other speech classes, us history plus whatever other related history classes for you, stats, micro econ, leadership if available. If for lawschool and want prelaw macro understanding: law and society curriculum classes…social and/or political philosopy, critical thinking, and ethics. Business law, contracts, or family/divorce r good too. Hope that helps.</p>