Academic Disciplines by Political Correctness

August 3, 2009

A new study by Solon Simmons of the George Mason University ranks academic disciplines by political correctness.The study defines political correctness as,

The belief that gender gaps in math and science fields are largely due to discrimination; support for affirmative action; and belief that discrimination is a key cause of racial inequities in American society. Generally, members of this cohort see race and gender as fundamental.

The most PC: Psychology, Sociology, English, History, Elementary education

The least PC: Criminal justice, Economics, Marketing, Accounting, Computer science, Biology, Finance, Management information, Mechanical engineering, Electrical engineering

HT: Greg Mankiw

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