The Political Science Department at Rice University's School of Social Sciences is dedicated to advancing the field through exceptional research, graduate, and undergraduate education. We train graduate students in modern social science techniques for careers in academic research, focusing on American Politics, Comparative Politics, and International Relations. For undergraduates, our courses cultivate critical thinking, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of political processes, preparing them for a wide range of professional paths.

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Phone: 713.348.4842
Fax: 713.348.5273
E-mail: poli@rice.edu
X (Twitter): @RicePoliSci

Postal Address

Department of Political Science, MS-24
Rice University
P.O. Box 1892
Houston, TX 77251-1892

Street Address

Department of Political Science, MS-24
105 Herzstein Hall
Rice University
6100 Main Street
Houston, TX 77005