Dr. Daniel Tavana

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Daniel L. Tavana is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at Pennsylvania State University. His research interests focus on elections, identity, comparative political behavior, and the dynamics of political opposition in authoritarian regimes. He studies these issues particularly within the context of the Middle East and North Africa, employing a variety of methods and data sources to explore electoral politics. His research is driven by a broader interest in understanding the origins and contemporary patterns of mass politics in the region. Tavana received his Ph.D. from the Department of Politics at Princeton University in September 2021. His areas of interest include Comparative Politics, Democratization, Dictatorships, Public Opinion, Political Behavior, and Representation.

Research Interests

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.