Application Procedure

We warmly welcome your interest in the graduate program at the Department of Political Science. Before commencing the application process, please consult The Graduate School's Admissions page to ensure you have all the information you need.

To apply for admission to the graduate program in Political Science, please follow these steps:

• Complete the online application form.
• Submit the $75 application fee to the Graduate School (you will be prompted when you have completed the application form)

Send your application materials package directly to the Department of Political Science. This should include:

• statement of purpose (may also be submitted online)
• at least two letters of recommendation (may also be submitted online)
• original transcripts from all universities previously attended
• copy of GRE scores
• official copy of TOEFL scores (if applicable)
• writing sample

For more information about application materials, please go here

Please consult our Frequently Asked Questions page for any queries you may have.

Please mail all application materials to:

Coordinator of Graduate Admissions
Department of Political Science
Northwestern University
Scott Hall, 601 University Place
Evanston, IL 60208
USA