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PhD Politics at New York University

New York University, United States

Programme overview

The goal of the Ph.D. program is to prepare students to conduct research, to teach, or to work in applied settings at the best institutions in the United States and abroad. To achieve this goal, the program specifies the distribution of courses, the substance and timing of requirements, the forms of faculty supervision, and the criteria for advancement within the program.

Faculty: Graduate School of Arts and Science  |  Duration: 72 credits  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Political philosophy and theory Political methodology American politics Political economy

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Application information

Entry requirements

All applicants to the Graduate School of Arts and Science (GSAS) are required to submit the general application requirements, which include: Academic Transcripts Test Scores (if required) Applicant Statements Résumé or Curriculum Vitae Letters of Recommendation, and A non-refundable application fee. See Politics for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.

Duration: 72 credits

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