- I’m planning to write my senior essay in PLSC 480 (One-Term Senior Essay). How do I know if this is a good option for me?

The option to write your essay in PLSC 480 (One-Term Senior Essay) is an alternative for those of you who wish to devote a full semester of coursework to the essay, cannot find a seminar pertinent to your topic, or are in seminars that do not require a large research paper. It is highly recommended to discuss the PLSC 480 option with your adviser before the start of the semester in which you wish to do it.

Please click here for more important information about senior essays: http://politicalscience.yale.edu/academics/undergraduate-program/undergraduate-senior-essay.