Political Science at UConn
Political science focuses on the theory and practice of government and politics at the local, state, national, and international levels.
The Department of Political Science serves a crucial role at UConn and beyond its five campuses. Our faculty conduct cutting-edge research and utilize innovative teaching practices in the classroom. Our undergraduate program trains students to be active and constructive citizens, and provides them with hands-on experiences that demonstrate the real-world applications of their degree. Through our graduate program, we educate future scholars and professionals in the tools of our trade.
The Political Science Challenge Fund:
Make a gift to the Political Science Challenge Fund to support the department broadly or invest in initiatives that matter most to you.
Funding Priorities
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POLS Undergraduate Political Review Fund
Supports publication of a student-run journal showcasing undergraduate research and contributions to policy debates. -
POLS Undergraduate Student Travel Awards
Provides funding for students to attend academic conferences and training programs that enhance their professional development. -
POLS Dissertation Completion Fellowship
Helps PhD students focus on completing their dissertations by relieving teaching responsibilities for one semester. -
POLS First Year Graduate Fellowship
Strengthens recruitment by providing incoming PhD students with summer research support. -
POLS Accelerated MA Fellowship
Helps offset tuition costs and attract high-achieving students to UConn’s accelerated BA/MA program. -
POLS Research Lab Fund
Supports collaborative research, student training, speaker series, and community engagement across key research areas.
Make A Difference Today
Your gift helps expand opportunities for students, strengthen research, and advance the study of political science at UConn.
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