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PhD Public Administration at New York University

New York University, United States

Programme overview

Interdisciplinary. Flexible. Powerful. Through theoretical and methodological training, NYU Wagner's doctoral students learn how to produce insights required for effective and equitable public and nonprofit programs and policies. Our program is interdisciplinary, just like our faculty, so students can draw on economics, political science, sociology, psychology, organization studies, and other fields.

Faculty: Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service  |  Duration: 72 credits  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Seventy-two (72) credits are required for the doctoral degree with a GPA of 3.3/B+ or better average. At a minimum, 32 credits of coursework must be completed at NYU Wagner and/or other graduate divisions of NYU. Of these 32 credits, at least 16 must be other than the Core or introductory level courses. Sample required courses: Research Methods; Advanced Empirical Methods; Qualitative Research Methods; Doctoral Research Colloquium I; Doctoral Research Colloquium II.

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Entry requirements

Admission to the PhD program requires the following: Online Application Personal Statement Writing Sample Curriculum Vitae Letters of Recommendation Transcripts Standardized Test Scores Supporting Documentation (optional) See PhD Application Checklist for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.

Duration: 72 credits

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