Applicants to the graduate program should use the online application<\/strong><\/a>, on the Graduate School site.The program is accepting applications for the 2026-27 academic year.\u00a0Applications are for Fall 2026 admissions are due 12\/15\/25.<\/p>\n In keeping with the policy of BU\u2019s Graduate School of Arts & Sciences<\/a>, the Department of Political Science practices holistic admission, considering all components of a Ph.D. application for every applicant. We are aware that the COVID-19 pandemic may have negatively affected some applicants\u2019 Spring 2020 grades, and others may have opted for a modified grading option (e.g., pass\/fail). We will evaluate applications with these circumstances in mind. Applicants are encouraged to explain any unusual personal circumstances either in their personal statement or in a separate document uploaded with the application.<\/p>\n Applicants are expected to hold a B.A., preferably in political science or in a related discipline such as economics, philosophy, sociology, international relations or history. Depending on their qualifications, applicants from other disciplines will also be considered.<\/p>\n We require applicants to submit the following:<\/p>\n GRE scores are optional for admission into the program. Our ETS code is 3087; we do not have a minimum GRE score for admission.<\/p>\n International students whose native language is not English should refer to the\u00a0<\/span>English Proficiency Requirement<\/a> instituted by the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.<\/p>\n Applicants should apply online and all supplementary materials should be uploaded with the application.\u00a0 Please do not direct materials to the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences or to the Department of Political Science.<\/p>\n We recommend all applicant submit their transcripts, recommendations, and test scores prior to submitting the online application to ensure all documents are received before the deadline.<\/b><\/p>\n It is your responsibility to contact the Department of Political Science to determine if your application is complete.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n Financial Aid for PhD students is outlined on the Graduate School’s “Aid for PhD Students” website.<\/a>\u00a0The department strives to support every student in good standing as fully as possible.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\nApplication Requirements<\/h3>
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