Dr. Tiffany Barnes

Professor

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Biography

Tiffany D. Barnes is a Professor at the University of Texas at Austin specializing in Comparative Politics, focusing on Latin American Politics and Political Leadership. With a PhD from Rice University, she brings extensive academic and research experience to her position. Barnes has published widely in the fields of Gender and Politics, as well as Political Science, and is actively involved in teaching undergraduate courses that address issues of representation in Latin America. Her work rigorously explores the dynamics of political leadership within diverse cultural contexts, contributing to the broader field of political science with a focus on how gender influences political processes. She is dedicated to mentoring students and fostering a deeper understanding of political structures in Latin America. Her contributions to academic literature and her role in educating the next generation of political scientists are widely recognized within her field.

Research Interests

Courses

GOV 355M • Representation Latin Amer 39575 • Fall 2025

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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  • 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.