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POLS 290

History of Political Thought I

Political Science

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
3.60
Easiness
4.10
Total regs
30

Grade Distribution

Fall 2025 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA
3.60
A
80.0%
24
B
13.3%
4
C
0.0%
0
D
0.0%
0
F
3.3%
1
W
3.3%
1
A–F + W
30
Other outcomes
0
All registrations
30

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
3.60
Easiness
4.10
C or better
96.6%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
96.6%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
3.3%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
A
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
30
A–F and W outcomes

POLS 290 by Professor

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Moruzzi, Norma Claire
3.72
RMP
4.6
17 reviews
Graded
29
Total regs
30
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Western political theorists from ancient Greece and Rome through the end of the classical era, including Thucydides, Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, and Augustine. Course Information: Same as CL 290 . Recommended background: POLS 120 .

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3.72
4.6 (17)
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30
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