The 2026 APSA Graduate Student Survey, conducted from February to April 2026, gathered responses from 207 graduate students in political science and closely related fields (e.g. public administration). The survey collected information about respondents’ field of study, finances, career preparation resources, job market outcomes, key challenges and resources needed. Presented below is an overview of some of the survey’s findings, focusing on participant characteristics and financial situation. For any questions, please contact us at surveys@apsanet.org.
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