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Because this major is one of the liberal arts and is interdisciplinary, a B.A. in GVPT does not necessarily prepare one for a specific career. Many of our students choose to go on to law or graduate school, while many others seek positions in the public or private sector. The Advising Office has available a booklet published by the American Political Science Association entitled Careers and the Study of Political Science that students seeking more information should find helpful. The department also offers a series of career workshops every semester. The dates and times are announced over the GVPT e-mail newsletter. To get onto the list send an e-mail to GVPT Advising at advising@gvpt.umd.edu. Furthermore, career advising is part of the services that are always available in the GVPT advising office.

Students who specialize early enhance their chances of finding an agreeable position in the job market. They should select their options, areas of specialization, and electives to build a credible and strong specialization. Students who do not select or do so haphazardly do so at the whims of an impersonal market

While students are encouraged to think about career opportunities, they are also encouraged to use some of their electives to take courses that are intellectually and personally rewarding. The best mix of courses varies from student to student. What is important is that a student sees there is room for both career and personal intellectual development.

The Career Center (3121 Hornbake) has many resources to help students identify career options. These include job listings, resume referrals, on-campus interviewing and a number of workshops on job search strategies. Students should take advantage of the Career Center's services as well.

Related Links

• UMCP Career Center
• BSOS Pre-Law Info
• APSA Jobs & Career Links