Dr. Bryan Jones

Professor

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Biography

Professor Bryan Jones specializes in the study of public policy processes and American governing institutions, focusing on the connection between human decision-making and organizational behavior. He directs the Policy Agendas Project, a major resource that examines changes in public policy processes within American national institutions and models similar projects in several countries including Denmark, France, and Canada. Over his career, he has received National Science Foundation Grants totaling more than $2,650,000 and has published articles in prestigious journals such as the American Political Science Review and the Journal of Politics. Jones has served on editorial boards and held leadership positions in professional associations. He is the author of several influential books, including 'Politics of Attention' and 'Reconceiving Decision-Making in Democratic Politics,' which have earned multiple awards. Since joining the Department of Government at the University of Texas at Austin in 2008, he has contributed significantly to the field and coached numerous students in navigating complex policy topics.

Research Interests

Courses

GOV 384M • Gov Research Policy Agenda 38615 • Spring 2025 GOV 384M • Policy Process 38620 • Spring 2025 GOV 384M • Public Policy Process 38385 • Spring 2023

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
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

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