An advisory committee has been created to assist students in developing a curriculum that reflects their individual needs. The program phone number is (208) 282-2211, Stop 8073. You can also contact the Political Science Chair, Dr. Mark McBeth if you have any questions.

• Course Catalog--Graduate
• Course Catalog--Undergraduate
• Course Catalog--Minor in Political Science
• Declaring a Major in Political Science
• Degree Works at ISU

Scholarships

These are scholarships for declared political science majors.

Beverly B. Bistline Memorial Political Science Scholarship

The Beverly B. Bistline Memorial Political Science Scholarship is awarded to a full-time student majoring in Political Science with an expressed goal of attending Law School. Must demonstrate past involvement in campus or community politics (volunteer participation in an issue or candidate campaign, running for or holding an elected position, participating in a get out & vote campaign, participating in a voter education campaign, lobbying activity, employment as a staff worker for a national or state office holder or other activities of nature). The student must have a minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA. Preference to students with 1. Diverse needs.  2. students who are Sophomore, Junior, or Senior; with priority given to Senior level students.  *NOTE:  preference shall ALWAYS be given to Senior level students first who meet above criteria.  If no eligible applicants can look at Juniors and then Sophomores.* 3. applicants who have best demonstrated a "public service" mentality.   Note; there are 2 separate Bistline Scholarships with similar criteria but different names. You may apply for both, but if awarded CAN NOT receive both. Maximum amount shall cover room, board, tuition fees.

F M Bistline Memorial Political Science Scholarship

The F M Bistline Memorial Political Science Scholarship is awarded to a full-time student majoring in Political Science with an expressed goal of attending Law School. Must demonstrate past involvement in campus or community politics (volunteer participation in an issue or candidate campaign, running for or holding an elected position, participating in a get out & vote campaign, participating in a voter education campaign, lobbying activity, employment as a staff worker for a national or state office holder or other activities of nature). The student must have a minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA. Preference to students with 1. Diverse needs.  2. students who are Sophomore, Junior, or Senior; with priority given to Senior level students.  *NOTE:  preference shall ALWAYS be given to Senior level students first who meet above criteria.  If no eligible applicants can look at Juniors and then Sophomores.* 3. applicants who have best demonstrated a "public service" mentality.   Note; there are 2 separate Bistline Scholarships with similar criteria but different names. You may apply for both, but if awarded CAN NOT receive both. Maximum amount shall cover room, board, tuition fees.

Mark K. McBeth Scholarship (Master of Public Administration students)

The Dr. Mark K. McBeth Scholarship is for students enrolled in the Master’s of Public Administration program. Students enrolled in 6 graduate credits or more are eligible for this scholarship.

Rick H. Foster Political Science Scholarship

The Rick H. Foster Political Science Scholarship is awarded to any student majoring in Political Science. Must have a 3.00 cumulative GPA or higher.

Peter A, Patricia L, and Peter D McDermott Scholarship

The Peter A., Patricia L., and Peter D. McDermott Scholarship is awarded to a full-time Junior or Senior who is a declared Political Science (Pre-Law) major with a minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA. Must be an Idaho resident and U.S. Citizen with preference given to students from Bannock or Custer counties.

Scholarships with Preference Given to Political Science Majors

These are scholarships with preferences given to political science majors. 

Idaho's 5th Greatest Fly Fisherman Scholarship

The Idaho’s 5th Greatest Fly Fisherman Scholarship is awarded to a student in any major and class level. Must be a full-time student with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Student must be an Idaho resident. Preferences are as follows: Half consideration to Fremont County Residents and Half consideration for Political Science Majors.

Pre-Law Scholarships

These scholarships are available for pre-law students. Political Science majors or minors who are planning to go to law school may apply but they will compete with students with other majors who are also pre-law.

Leon and Gwen Manning Pre-Law Scholarship Endowment

The Leon and Gwen Manning Pre-Law Scholarship is awarded to a students whose intention is to continue to law school after completion of undergraduate work at ISU. Recipient shall demonstrate financial need, academic merit, and shall submit at least one letter of recommendation from a member of the ISU faculty. Preference shall be given to students with an exemplary record of public service. Essay required.

Yvonne Dial Memorial Scholarship

The Yvonne Dial Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student in any major but must be planning on attending Law School. Must be a Junior or Senior and enrolled full-time. Student must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Financial need is required. Must be a U.S. citizen. Preference to students who are married.

For more information on scholarship opportunities go to the Bengal Online Scholarship System.

Fellowships

Doctor of Art Fellowships are awarded each year to students admitted to and enrolled in Doctor of Arts programs. These fellowships are available in the Departments of Biological Sciences, Mathematics, and Political Science. Most of these fellowships are awarded in the spring semester for the next academic year. Contact the departments for details and applications.

• ACLU
• Law Club
• Law Club Facebook Page
• International Affairs Council - Frank Church Symposium
• American Political Science Association (APSA)
• American Society for Public Administration (ASPA)
• Pi Sigma Alpha (National Political Science Honor Society)
• United Nations
• First Gov (U.S. Government's web portal)