Associate in Arts, DTA - Political Science Specialization

The Associate in Arts Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) is a statewide transfer degree recognized by all Washington State public baccalaureate institutions and many private colleges. It provides students with a broad foundation in the liberal arts and is designed to support a seamless transition into bachelor’s degree programs.

The Political Science Specialization prepares students to transfer to a bachelor's program in political science. In addition to the critical achievement of becoming a well-informed citizen in a democratic system of governance, students who major in Political Science gain a depth of knowledge, skills, and experience that can be applied to a wide range of careers. Political science majors may become campaign staffers, government employees, non-profit employees, business professionals, grant writers, and journalists. With additional education, political science majors can become lawyers, paralegals, educators, and researchers.

This specialization supports transfer to most Washington State baccalaureate institutions with junior standing with most or all lower-division general education requirements satisfied. Students planning to transfer out of state should consult with their intended institution to ensure course transferability.

Students are strongly encouraged to work closely with an academic advisor to develop an education plan that meets both degree requirements and the specific admission criteria of their intended transfer institution. Some universities or education programs may require additional prerequisites, a minimum GPA, or a competitive application process.