PhD in Political Science - International Relations in Nashville United States | Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University | Nashville United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 42,282
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

The International Relations subfield brings together experts who concentrate on the political economy of warfare and disputes. Vanderbilt's International Relations scholars direct their research and graduate education toward these key domains:
conflict theory
underlying causes of conflict dynamics
economic aspects of warfare

Faculty members provide specialized knowledge in formal modeling and statistical analysis techniques, while graduate students gain instruction in political economy and both international and civil conflicts.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

an official OR unofficial transcript from each college or university attended,
recent GRE scores, for the verbal, mathematical, and written portions of the exam,
three letters of recommendation from people who are familiar with the applicant's academic record,
a statement of purpose indicating the student's interests and career goals,
a writing sample of 15-25 double-spaced pages (preferably a paper from a course that illustrates the candidate's ability to write and to conduct research),
students from non-English-speaking countries should also submit a recent TOEFL score. Students who have received degrees from English-speaking institutions are exempt from this requirement.
Candidates should have an overall undergraduate GPA of at least 3.3, and a GPA of 3.5 in their major field.
The minimum acceptable score on the TOEFL iBT (internet- based test) is 88. Some departments list minimum recommendations or requirements on their departmental websites and may require a higher level of proficiency. Please contact your program of interest to confirm.
For IELTS, the minimum acceptable score will vary by program. In many cases, a score of at least 7.0 is desirable.

Tuition USD 42,282

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