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Department of Political Science

 
 
 
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News

February 26th, 2022- A panel of TTU Russian and Ukrainian specialists discusses the current situation in Ukraine. They cover the history of Ukraine, its relationship with Russia, and the greater implications of Russia's attack on the sovereign nation of Ukraine.

Participants:

Kyle Rable, Graduate Student in History & Panel Host
Dr. Alan Barenberg, History
Dr. Erin Collopy, CMLL
Dr. Eric Hammersen, Institute for Peace and Conflict
Dr. Anthony Qualin, Classical & Modern Languages & Literatures
Dr. Frank Thames, Political Science

 

March 16th, 2021- TTU Department of Political Science has been ranked as the third school nation-wide in the “Top 10 Online Bachelors in Political Science! From here, It's possible! 

The Department of Political Science at Texas Tech University (TTU) would like to invite students with significant research potential and interests in Political Science or Public Administration to apply to our Masters and PhD programs. For more information or to view our Study Political Science flyer.

 

Dr. Timothy Nokken, explains the benefits of getting a Political Science degree in today's economy:

Dr. Mark McKenzie, explains why students should choose Texas Tech for their graduate degrees in Political Science:

Pablo Hernandez, Instructor in the Department of Political Science, explains why he chose TTU for his career:

 

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Degree & Programs

The Political Science department supervises the following degree and certificate programs:

Dual Degree Programs

The department also participates in both the Latin American and Iberian Studies program and the Russian Language and Area Studies program leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree; a minor in women's studies; Honors College programs; and Arts and Sciences minors in urban studies, international studies, ethnic studies, Asian studies, and religion studies.

Financial Aid for Graduate Students

The Department of Political Science provides a wide array of financial support opportunities for graduate students. Graduate students are eligible for Teaching Assistantships, Department Scholarships, Summer Research and Training Scholarships, as well as assistance for participation in political science conferences. Additionally, highly qualified applicants are eligible for consideration for multi-year fellowships. For more detailed information, refer to the financial aid page.

 

 
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Department of Political Science

  • Address

    Dept. of Political Science, Texas Tech University, 113 Holden Hall, Boston & Akron Streets, Lubbock, TX 79409-1015 Fax: 806.742.0850
  • Phone

    806.742.3121
  • Email

    pols.webmaster@ttu.edu