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Valentina González-Rostani

4 months ago

USC Predoctoral Summer Institute for First-Generation Scholars in Political Science and Social Sciences University of Southern California in United States

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Sociology

Funding

The institute notes that no international travel will be funded. The post highlights exploration of research, funding, and fellowship opportunities, but does not state a stipend or tuition coverage.

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Expired

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United States

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University of Southern California

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Sociology
Political Science
International Relations
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About this position

University of Southern California (USC) is hosting the 6th Annual POIR Predoctoral Summer Institute for First-Generation Scholars on July 8–10. This opportunity is designed for first-generation undergraduate and MA students who are interested in pursuing a PhD in political science or related social sciences.

The institute is organized by USC’s Department of Political Science and International Relations (POIR) in the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. Participants will learn about PhD programs in political science, get guidance on competitive PhD applications, connect with USC faculty and current PhD students, and explore research, funding, and fellowship opportunities. The program also offers feedback on research statements, CVs/resumes, and writing samples.

Research areas highlighted in the post include political science, international relations, sociology, economics, and related fields. The application form asks for academic background, GPA, expected graduation date, planned PhD start date, and research interests. It also asks whether applicants are interested in research assistant opportunities with faculty in Political Science and International Relations.

The application form states that the institute is directed toward people in California or surrounding states, and that no international travel will be funded. Applications submitted before June 15 receive priority consideration.

If you are a first-generation student preparing for doctoral study in the social sciences, this is a useful predoctoral training and mentoring opportunity at USC.

Funding details

The institute notes that no international travel will be funded. The post highlights exploration of research, funding, and fellowship opportunities, but does not state a stipend or tuition coverage.

What's required

Open to first-generation undergraduate and MA students interested in pursuing a PhD in political science or the social sciences. The application form indicates the institute is directed toward people in California or surrounding states, and asks for current academic institution, expected graduation date, year in school, undergraduate GPA, graduate GPA if applicable, planned PhD start date, research interests, and a statement of interest. It is especially geared toward first-generation students.

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