Public Service and Public Policy (American Indian Studies) ,BS
American Indian, Border Studies, Native American, Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Public Service, State government, Tribal, Urban Studies, federal government, sociology
ASU is no longer accepting new students to this program. Interested students should apply to the Public Service and Public Policy BS program.
Are you passionate about exploring how government and policy affect your community and the lives of others? Are you especially interested in policies and institutions designed to improve the lives of Indigenous people? This curriculum prepares you for high-demand careers in tribal, local, state and federal governments.
The American Indian studies concentration within the BS program in public service and public policy provides students with specialized knowledge about the policy implications of American Indian-related decisions and actions. This concentration focuses on the latest policy implications and research impacting Indigenous communities in the United States.
The Bachelor of Science program in public service and public policy includes comprehensive coverage of topics in public policy, public leadership and management. Applications and examples encompass a wide variety of policy topics and management approaches.
This program examines the public sector and addresses the challenges facing the public in a practical way. It is distinct because it enables students to study public service, policy and administration with a focus on professional preparation for a career. The major is also well-suited to students interested in pursuing further education in law, public administration, public policy and other graduate pursuits focused on public affairs and the common good.
- College/school:
Watts College of Public Service & Community Solut
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Location:
Downtown Phoenix
- Second language requirement: No
- First required math course: MAT 142 - College Mathematics
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Math intensity:
General
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Students can apply a global lens to their studies by learning how American Indians view the world and by learning about current issues and tribal governance of Indigenous peoples around the world.
Participation in study abroad programs increases students' ability to work with diverse groups of people. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, any of the more than 300 available Global Education programs provide an opportunity for students to develop a valuable skill set that can give them an advantage in their career and personal enrichment. Students are encouraged to build communication skills that span intercultural boundaries, are challenged to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to differences they can't always read about in textbooks.
The program is primarily focused on providing individuals with the knowledge and skills required for entry- and midlevel supervisory and managerial positions in the public sector, such as city, county, state and federal agencies, though they would function successfully in many other types of organizations as well. Graduates are prepared for work in nonprofit organizations and in the private sector at the interface of public affairs and private enterprise. For those who already have work experience, the degree provides further opportunity for promotion.
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3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
