Overview
it need to answer these questions. 2-3 pages double space. We find the following information particularly useful in a statement of purpose: (1) What experiences prepare you to succeed in our Ph.D. program? (2) What are your research interests, substantively and methodologically? (3) Why is the Rice Ph.D. program in political science a good fit for you? (4) What are your goals when you finish your Ph.D.?