OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Government and International Affairs (Full Presidential Fellowship)
Elite five-year doctoral program within the Department of Government exploring comparative democratization, international political economy, nuclear deterrence, and global environmental regimes.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Undergraduate or master's GPA of 3.8/4.0 or top 5% in political science, economics, or international relations
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL iBT 100+ (minimum 25 writing) or IELTS 7.5+
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- General GRE scores submitted
- Thesis / Research statement
- Sample writing paper (15-25 pages) demonstrating rigorous analytical or empirical methodology
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Guaranteed USD $38,000–$42,000/year living stipend + 100% tuition remission + health insurance for 5 years
- Application fee
- USD $90
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full 100% tuition remission covered
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 15, 2026 (Fall 2027 priority round)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Georgetown University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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