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Political Science (PhD) at Northwestern University

Northwestern University, United States

Programme overview

The Political Science PhD emphasizes research and teaching excellence, methodological diversity and interdisciplinary collaboration. All graduate students receive five years of guaranteed funding.

Faculty: Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Political Science  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

Training in theory and in quantitative, qualitative, experimental and interpretive methods across American politics, comparative politics, international relations, political theory and methods; certificates in Comparative-Historical Social Science and Critical Theory; a social science-oriented master's in Statistics; dual degrees with Sciences Po, Northwestern Law and the University of Copenhagen.

Career pathways

Recent graduates have taken assistant professor posts at institutions including Tulane, Johns Hopkins, Michigan and Chicago; professional development covers academic and non-academic job markets.

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Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications for 2026-27 open September 15, 2026; deadlines vary by programme. The Graduate School application fee is $95 and nonrefundable, paid by credit or debit card.

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