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PhD Public Policy and Management at The Ohio State University

The Ohio State University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD prepares individuals for university teaching and research and for research roles in government and nonprofits, combining techniques and theory from several disciplines to address public sector problems.

Faculty: John Glenn College of Public Affairs  |  Duration: Funded for at least four years  |  Intake: Autumn 2027; Dec 1, 2026 domestic, Nov 1, 2026 international  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Columbus, OH, United States

What you will study

Individualized curriculum with disciplinary grounding in economics, political science and sociology and advanced quantitative and qualitative methods; students co-author research with faculty.

Career pathways

University teaching and research, and research roles in government and nonprofit organizations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School minimum criteria apply to all applicants. GRE or GMAT required (no minimum). Transcripts, three letters of recommendation (faculty preferred), personal statement (3 pages maximum), CV. International applicants submit proof of English proficiency unless exempt. All doctoral students are fully funded (tuition, stipend, healthcare) for at least four years.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Autumn 2027; Dec 1, 2026 domestic, Nov 1, 2026 international

Duration: Funded for at least four years

Apply through the official page: https://gpadmissions.osu.edu/

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