Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science- American Politics

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Letters of recommendation: Your three letters of recommendation should be written by individuals qualified to judge your potential as a researcher, scholar, or teacher. Generally speaking, letters from those in business, the military, or public service do not provide us with information that is useful in evaluating an applicant’s potential for graduate work in political science.
Official Transcripts: Applicants are required to electronically upload copies of transcripts (or equivalent documents for institutions outside the U.S., e.g., degree/study certificates, diplomas, etc.) for all post-secondary institutions attended, in the language of instructions (and copies of an official English translation if English is not the language of instruction). See below for more information on this.
Statement of goals: This two-page statement should include: (1) a brief description of your educational background, with specific emphasis on political science and related fields, (2) a discussion of the major fields and specialties in political science that interest you the most, (3) why you wish to study political science at Penn State, and (4) your current career plans and aspirations.
Writing sample: We encourage students to submit short, analytical papers or excerpts from longer papers (such as those written as senior honors theses). If a senior thesis is in progress, please consider submitting a thesis proposal or a 2–5 page introduction or summary of the planned thesis. The writing sample should demonstrate research and/or analytical skills. Applicants currently holding, or completing, a master’s degree in political science or a related field will want to use as a writing sample their best seminar paper, master’s thesis, conference paper, or other professional work.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores: GRE scores are required (general test only). Please have ETS send official copies directly to Penn State (2660).
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores: International studies are required to submit TOEFL scores. Please have ETS send official copies directly to Penn State. Only students with a TOEFL score of 630 (paper)/267 (computer)/109 (iBT) will be considered for admission.

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托福(TOEFL iBT)總分: 109.0

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