Political Science PhD
Students with a bachelor’s degree who ultimately plan to pursue a PhD are advised to apply directly to the PhD program, since only students in the doctoral program are eligible for funding, and the path directly to the doctorate is typically faster and more direct. Students in the direct track from BA to PhD usually receive their Master’s Degree upon successful completion of their comprehensive examinations. Students admitted to the master’s track may apply for formal admission to the PhD program. Students with a master’s degree in Political Science obtained at another university should apply directly to the PhD program.
Degree Level: PhD
Department: Political Science
School or College: Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy
Required Credentials: Transcripts, 3 Letters of Recommendation, GRE or LSAT, Writing Sample, Resume, Statement of background and goals
Application Deadline for Fall Admission and Assistantship Consideration:
January 15
Application Deadline for Fall Admission without Assistantship Consideration:
January 15
Application Deadline for Spring Admission and Assistantship Consideration:
N/A
Application Deadline for Spring Admission without Assistantship Consideration:
N/A
Application Deadline for Summer Admission and Assistantship Consideration:
N/A
Application Deadline for Summer Admission without Assistantship Consideration:
N/A
Grad Bulletin URL:
http://www.albany.edu/graduatebulletin/political_science_phd_degree.htm
Departmental Website:
