PhD Political Science at University of Alabama

Entry requirements

The Political Science Department maintains a selective PhD program and invites applications for consideration by the department’s Graduate Studies Committee. The PhD is primarily a research degree, and students in this program will be trained rigorously in the literature and methods necessary to conduct original research in the discipline. Students will also gain valuable experience in classroom teaching, thus improving their prospects on the academic job market and preparing them for life as a full-time faculty member. In addition to the minimum Graduate School admission requirements, to be considered for regular admission an application must include: A statement of purpose explaining to the admissions committee what you wish to study, what you hope to get out of the program, and why you think there is a good fit. Additional instructions can be found on the Department’s website. Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to your academic achievements and potential