History and Political Science

The department of History and Political Science at Caldwell University offers B.A. degrees in history, political science, and social studies. Students may also choose to pursue New Jersey State K–12 Teacher Certification.

Special opportunities for majors include internship and cooperative education programs offered through local government administrators, the New Jersey Historical Society, the Grover Cleveland Birthplace, and the Willows at Foster fields. A semester in Washington program is available through American University, as are study abroad options. 

Independent study projects in all areas of history and political science are open to majors. Students may pursue membership in Phi Alpha Theta, the international history honor society, or Pi Sigma Alpha, the national political science honor society.

MAJORS and MINORS

MAJORS
B.A. in History
B.A. in Political Science
B.A. in Social Studies with Certificate in Education

MINORS
History
Political Science
Pre-Law