Overview
Features
- The Political Science doctoral degree at University of Houston usually takes an additional two years beyond the M.A., although some complete the M.A. and Ph.D. within four years.
Programme Structure
Research:
- Research Design
- Quantitative Methods
- Dissertation Prospectus
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
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Disciplines
Political Science View 84 other PhDs in Political Science in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Graduate Application: Apply Online.
- Statement of Purpose: A brief essay (a few paragraphs should suffice) stating why you want to get a graduate degree, what you will do with it once you graduate and how your scholarly interests fit with the resources of the department. The statement of purpose not only serves as a writing sample, it allows us to evaluate whether you are a good candidate for this program. The statement, along with any other writing samples, must be uploaded via myUH. Please see the Graduate School Application and make sure to upload the statement under “Optional-Misc. Items.”
- Three letters of recommendation, preferably from past instructors who can comment on your academic work in detail. Your online application will request the names and contact information of three references. Once you submit the application, a message will be sent to each of them requesting the letter.
- A non-refundable $65 application fee is required.
Tuition Fee
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International
10080 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 840 USD per credit during 48 months. -
National
10080 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 840 USD per credit during 48 months. -
In-State
3840 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 320 USD per credit during 48 months.
Living costs for Houston
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Scholarships Information
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