Prep Class (2 credits, Pass/Fail, Political Science):  The Prep Class is conducted two or three evenings during the semester before students go to DC.  Presentation of the research topic at a poster session after the term in DC (or a 3-5 minute video) is required to receive credit.  

Research Seminar (4 credits, graded).  This is the core course of the program where students conduct independent research on a topic of their choice and produce a substantial research paper of 20-30 pages.  The course is offered Friday morning from 10AM - 12 Noon.  Credit for majors other than Political Science can be assigned with oversight from faculty in other departments.  This course also fills upper level writing requirements.  

Internship (2 credits, Pass/Fail):  Internship hours are Monday - Thursday, 9AM - 5PM.   Credit for majors other than Political Science can be assigned with oversight from faculty in other departments.  

Speakers Course (1 credit, Pass/Fail, Political Science):  Dinner is provided at this Monday evening course.  High profile speakers are brought in each week to discuss their organizations with students.  Attendance is required.  

Electives (3 credits each, graded):  Offered by faculty from Michigan, California, Pennsylvania and Washington University.  Specific electives may vary each term, although the populart Theater and Politics course is (eligible for theater or English credits) is offered every semester.  Students may take 1 or 2 electives which are offered evenings or Friday afternoons.  Credit for electives offered by other schools appears on Uof M student transcripts.