Overview

The Political Science and International Affairs program at University of California, San Diego prepares students for careers in university teaching and research, or as international affairs researchers and specialists in policy analysis.

Program Overview

The program builds on the considerable strength that each unit possesses and offers a unique focus within the context of the Pacific region.

The program has a required first-year curriculum in which students focus on coursework in politics and research methods. During the second year, students begin to focus their coursework on their chosen area of research, completing the 18 required courses for advancement to candidacy.

In addition, candidates are expected to finish a seminar paper and sit for their general comprehensive exam.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Analytic Theory

Research Design

Field requirement or skills course

Integrated Workshop

Quantitative Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Business Public Policy Political Science View 9 other PhDs in International Business in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must have earned a four-year bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an institution of comparable standing to the University of California with a minimum grade-point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

For International applicants, the U.S. GPA equivalencies will be determined. Applicants with strong quantitative coursework in their undergraduate degree are encouraged to apply.
Personal Statement
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Three Letters of Recommendation
Standardized Test
Transcripts
Demonstrate proficiency in the English language

Tuition Fee

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International

34053 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34053 USD per year during 60 months.
National

34053 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34053 USD per year during 60 months.
In-State

18951 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18951 USD per year during 60 months.

Living costs for San Diego

1400 - 2455 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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