Department of Political Science

Checklist for Admission

1. All students must apply on-line.* Click here for online application.

For academic questions, we encourage prospective students to contact individual faculty at the addresses listed on the Faculty page.

Application DEADLINE for International Students: November 30th.

Application DEADLINE for Domestic Students: December 15th.

PLEASE NOTE: supporting documents should arrive within two weeks of the deadline for application.

Please note: A writing sample is not required or requested.

Codes for Test Scores:

University Code - 1592

Department Code - 1901

Send the following items to:

Graduate Studies Office
Department of Political Science
The Ohio State University
2140 Derby Hall, 154 N. Oval Mall
Columbus, OH 43210-1373

A statement of purpose (1 or 2 single spaced pages is fine) describing your interest in political science, probable major field of study, & career goals.

One (1) official copy of transcripts.

Three (3) letters of recommendation submitted online, OR written on recommenders' original letterhead stationery, accompanied by completed Ohio State reference forms.

Curriculum vitae/resume of no more than two (2) pages for all applicants who wish to be considered for a fellowship

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