Dr. Bartholomew Sparrow

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Biography

Bartholomew Sparrow is a Professor in the Government Department at the University of Texas at Austin, with a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago. His research focuses on American political development, particularly the intersection of the American state and the international system. He teaches courses covering various aspects of American politics, including territorial expansion, political institutions, and communication. Over the years, he has received several prestigious fellowships and awards, including recognition from the American Political Science Association for his contributions to political science education and scholarship. Professor Sparrow has authored influential works on national security and American political history, contributing articles to top journals in the field. His current research involves writing about the political constitutional legacies beginning with the arrival of European Americans to British North America and the various socio-political implications of that history. His teaching includes introductory courses as well as advanced graduate seminars, indicating a commitment to educational excellence and student engagement.

Research Interests

Courses

UGS 302 • Rethinking Founding UGS 303 • Irish Emigration-Irl GOV 355M • American Political Development GOV 355M • News Media Political Institution

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
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Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.