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Academics
Grounded in a general liberal arts education, Hope College offers specialized study in more than 90 majors, minors and pre-professional programs.
Admissions
Flourishing programs in 80+ disciplines. A vibrant Christian mission. $50 million in new campus construction. A 2014 Division III national championship. 95% placement within 6 months of graduation. There’s never been a better time to consider Hope College.
Research
Research abounds at Hope. Our students and faculty carry out high-quality research projects that are challenging, meaningful and contribute to exciting new knowledge in a broad range of disciplines.
Arts
At Hope College, award-winning student performances share the stage with nationally known writers, musicians, performers and artists.
Campus Life
The Hope College campus is a place to come alive. We have hundreds of student organizations, groups and events you can plug into, serve with, play in, root for and grow with.
Athletics
As a member of the MIAA and NCAA Division III associations, Hope College sponsors 22 varsity sports for men and women. The college is home to the 2014 NCAA Division III National Championship women’s volleyball team.

Degree Programs

Our major and two minors include a separate track for students pursuing a teaching certification in political science or social studies.

Learn about Hope’s international studies degree program

View pre-law program details

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Russell Kirk Center/Poli Sci Event

15 Nov

Russell Kirk Center/Poli Sci Event

Date: Thursday, November 15
Location: Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts

Russell Kirk Center/Poli Sci Event 3:00 pm - Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts, Concert Hall

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09 Jul

Our Supreme Court has enough Ivy Leaguers, Mr. Trump - Pick Barrett or Hardiman and go populist

Fox News

On the eve of Donald Trump naming a Supreme Court nominee to replace Justice Anthony Kennedy, Dr. David Ryden, professor of political science, posed the question, “What might a populist pick look like?”

Our Supreme Court has enough Ivy Leaguers, Mr. Trump - Pick Barrett or Hardiman and go populist

Hope CollegePolitical Science

Lubbers Hall126 East 10th StreetRoom 226Holland, MI 49423

workP. 616-395-7545

politicalscience@hope.edu