About PhD Program,
The principal goal of the Stanford Ph.D. program in political science is the training of scholars. Most students who receive doctorates in the program do research and teach at colleges or universities. We offer courses and research opportunities in a wide variety of fields in the discipline, including American Politics, Comparative Politics, International Relations, Political Theory, and Political Methodology. The program is built around small seminars that analyze critically the literature of a field or focus on a research problem. These courses prepare students for the Ph.D. comprehensive exam requirement within a two-year period and for work on the doctoral dissertation.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Programs of study leading to the Ph.D. degree in Political Science are designed by the student, in consultation with advisors and the Director of Graduate Studies, to serve his or her particular interests as well as to achieve the program requirements. The most current and complete information about degree requirements can be found in the Ph.D. Program Guide. Students should also familiarize themselves with University requirements outlined in the Graduate Degrees section of the Stanford Bulletin. \
PhD Funding Coverage,
The Department intends that all graduate students (both domestic and international) should have adequate support to enable them to complete their studies while enrolled full-time. The standard financial package offered to admitted students covers the full cost of tuition and an additional amount for living expenses during the academic year. The latter amount comes in the form of a stipend during the first year and a combination of teaching and research assistantships during years 2-5. The Department also provides students with annual funds for professional development, health insurance fees, and a living stipend for the first two summers. The Department provides five years of support for Ph.D. students who are making sufficient progress towards degree. Current information regarding tuition, fees, and living expenses.
Application Requirement,
- Personal Background
- Program Selection
- Academic History
- Test Scores
- Experience
- Recommendations
- Statements
- Program Supplemental
- Additional Information
Application Deadline,
Dec 03, 2024
Application Fee,
The application fee is $125 and is nonrefundable.
