Overview
Scholarly research and thinking are brought to bear on pressing issues of policy, design, and local and global development.
In the Public and Urban Policy program from The New School, you are encouraged to explore a range of theoretical perspectives, methodologies, and critical research approaches as you expand and refine your focal area of study to meet ongoing and emerging policy challenges.
Highlights
- Receive support and inspiration to explore alternative theoretical frameworks and methodological approaches in understanding and explaining policy dynamics.
- Enjoy the flexibility to pursue theory and research from various relevant disciplines to best address your individual research interests.
- Faculty and students contribute to local, state, regional, national, and global policymaking to advance new learning and scholarly debate between academics and policymakers.
Programme Structure
- The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Public and Urban Policy is conferred for completion of 60 graduate credits, passing of the qualifying examination, and approval of a written dissertation that advances knowledge in the field.
- The 60 credits normally consist of up to 30 credits earned in the student's master's degree program and at least 30 credits taken in residence in the PhD program.
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
Deadline: January 15
Language
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Credits
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Disciplines
Economics Public Policy Political Science View 74 other PhDs in Public Policy in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete Application
- Submit Your Application Fee
- Complete a Statement of Purpose
- Submit Your Résumé or CV
- Submit Two Letters of Recommendation
- Submit Official Transcripts
- Our Mailing Address
- Consider Submitting an Academic Writing Sample
- Submit TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo English Test
- Apply for Funding
- Check Your Application Status
- Receive Your Decision
Tuition Fee
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International
110280 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1838 USD per credit -
National
110280 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1838 USD per credit
Living costs for New York City
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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