Hey all,
So for a long time I was thinking of applying to PhD programs with a focus on comparative politics, but a change in course in research interests as I finish up my undergrad career has led me to start thinking that maybe American Politics is the path for me. I remember reading somewhere that there are certain advantages to focusing on American politics as opposed to CP or IR. At the very least, I know that American politics students often get their degrees faster because they can do dissertation research in country or even without much field research. Can anyone tell me if it is easier to get admitted to programs as an american politics applicant? Once you get a degree, do American politics students have an easier time getting hired once they earn their doctorate? I think I remember reading such things somewhere a while back, but I can't quite remember where.
Thanks!