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Harvard's Government Department stands at the forefront of political science education globally, with faculty expertise spanning diverse disciplines and research approaches. This comprehensive academic environment empowers students to conduct innovative studies across numerous subjects.
Harvard's Government Department stands at the forefront of political science education globally, with faculty expertise spanning diverse disciplines and research approaches. This comprehensive academic environment empowers students to conduct innovative studies across numerous subjects. The PhD program's adaptable structure supports scholars with varied backgrounds and research interests to excel.
Within the Government Department, students collaborate with both departmental faculty and distinguished academics from across Harvard, including experts from the Kennedy School and Business School. Students benefit from exceptional resources, from the world's most extensive university library system to Harvard's advanced computing facilities, along with access to numerous affiliated research centers and institutes.
Individuals who have or will have by the time of matriculation a BA, BS, or equivalent undergraduate degree (for prospective international students, a three- or four-year undergraduate degree from an institution of recognized standing) and actively seeks applicants from groups historically underrepresented in graduate schools. Applicants must receive a minimum score of 80 for the TOEFL, and it is not common for applicants to be admitted with TOEFL scores below 90. The minimum IELTS Academic score is 6.5. Some programs may require higher scores. Application Deadline: Dec 1.