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PhD Social Policy at Brandeis University

Brandeis University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Social Policy builds core research methods skills with flexible electives. Every full-time student receives tuition and stipend support.

Faculty: School of Social Sciences and Social Policy (The Heller School for Social Policy and Management)  |  Department: The Heller School for Social Policy and Management  |  Duration: Two years of coursework; dissertation defense within four to six years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Waltham, MA, United States

What you will study

Two years of coursework, a doctoral seminar, a comprehensive exam and a dissertation defense, with a concentration in Health, Behavioral Health, Economic and Racial Equity, or Children, Youth and Families.

Career pathways

Alumni include a university president, a state health policy commission researcher and a health services researcher.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate (PhD) admission requirements published by Brandeis Graduate Admissions: bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. or international institution, transcripts, letters of recommendation, résumé, statement of purpose; GRE optional; online application.

PhD admission is for Fall 2027.

PhD deadlines: Round 1 December 1 (Chemistry, Psychology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Biochemistry and Biophysics); Round 2 January 15 (Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Near Eastern and Judaic Studies, Social Policy, History). The Fall 2027 application opens in mid-October; online application fee $75 unless waived.

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