WUSTEPS is a program through Washington University in St. Louis Political Science Department that is open to all undergraduate students currently enrolled in a University. Political Science is a diverse discipline and we welcome students majoring in all social sciences (including sociology, economics, anthropology etc.).
To apply, eligible students should be ready to provide the following
Students should be ready to provide an up-to-date Resume or CV that tells your academic history and, if applicable, professional history. Documents can be submitted as .pdf or .doc files.
These questions give us more information about who you are and why you are applying to the program. You will be asked to answer the following questions:
(1) Why do you want to participate in the Washington University Summer Training Experience in Political Science (WU-STEPS)?
(2) What is one question about politics that interests you?
(3) Briefly describe a time when you engaged with someone from a different community or who held a different belief or perspective than your own. What did you learn about interacting with others who are different from you?
Students will be required to provide the name and contact information for a faculty member who can serve as a reference if they are admitted to the program.
Ready to apply? Head over to the apply tab to get started with your application!