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PhD Political Science and International Affairs at University of Georgia

University of Georgia, United States

Programme overview

This PhD degree is administered jointly by the Departments of Political Science and International Affairs and prepares students for research and teaching at universities and colleges. Students must complete four classes in research methods, as well as coursework and comprehensive examinations in a major and a minor field.

Faculty: School of Public and International Affairs  |  Duration: 30 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Athens, GA, United States

What you will study

30 credit hours total. Required courses include POLS 7010 Research Design.

Career pathways

One of the key goals of the PhD program is to facilitate our students’ success in obtaining a job upon the completion of their degree.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The PhD accepts applications for the Fall semester only. The application deadline for priority consideration for assistantships, fellowships, and other SPIA funding is December 1. Applications received after December 1 will be considered on a rolling basis until February 15. No applications will be accepted after February 15. Inquiries should be directed to the Graduate Office at [email protected] or to the Graduate Program Administrator. Applicants should submit their applications to the Graduate School online and include the following: 1) Unofficial transcripts from each institution of higher education attended (except the University of Georgia) 2) GRE score report (unofficial scores may be submitted for application review, but an official score report is required to matriculate to UGA). The UGA reporting code is 5813. 3) Personal statement. This should be 1-3 pages and express the applicant’s research experience and interests, career goals, specific interest in the PhD at UGA, and other relevant information concerning their readiness for doctoral study. 4) CV or resume 5) Writing sa

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.

Duration: 30 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uga.edu/

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