Graduate Admissions

The application deadline for the 2008-09 academic year has passed.

Note: The application form is closed for development. The 2009-10 application will open in September of 2008..

Application Procedures

Please read the information about the graduate program, its requirements, and graduate finances before starting the application process.

Information about applying for admission (including a link to the application) is available from Graduate Admissions. The Department of Political Science is a part of the School of Humanities and Sciences. The Guide to Graduate Admissions and information about the graduate program in Political Science can be found here.

The 2007 application fee for U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and international applicants is $105.00. Students applying via the Web may use Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express cards. We strongly prefer that you submit your application via the Web. Your application can be processed more quickly and you will save money. If you are unable to apply electronically, please see the Graduate Admissions website for information on ordering paper information and an application.

Useful Links

We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions about our Ph.D. program. You will likely find an answer to your question there. You may also find the following links useful if you have general questions about student life and graduate study at Stanford University: