PhD Outcomes

73% of MAPSS alumni who applied to PhD programs in the social sciences or closely related fields in 2025–2026 received offers. They did so with the help of our comprehensive, individually tailored support system.

Our MAPSS team offers students:
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Workshops and resources for PhD applicants
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Individualized counseling on PhD programs and recommenders
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Detailed guidance and feedback on PhD application materials
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Advice on navigating offers

MAPSS graduates have matriculated at a wide range of top institutions, including Brown University, Columbia University, Cornell University, Duke University, Harvard University, Indiana University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Princeton University, Purdue University, Rutgers University, Stanford University, University of Chicago, University of Florida, University of Illinois-Chicago, University of Pennsylvania, and Yale University. Additionally, MAPSS graduates have matriculated at leading universities across Europe and Asia, including Central European University, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, and University of Manchester.

Read more details on the resources that the instructional faculty of MAPSS offer.

Read more details on the last five years of PhD placements for MAPSS graduates.