Overview

In keeping with the broad spectrum of research within SGPP, the Government and Public Policy program from The University of Arizona offers concentrations in the four major subfields of American Politics, Comparative Politics, International Relations, Public Administration and Policy, and courses in Political Philosophy, and Methodology.

What you'll learn

The SGPP faculty welcomes talented candidates from a variety of academic backgrounds. While a prior degree in political science or public administration is not necessary, it is strongly recommended that applicants have completed at least some course work in related fields and subjects.

The School of Government and Public Policy considers graduate training and mentorship to be one of its primary objectives. We invite you to learn more about our program by viewing the information provided on this website or by contacting us directly. We think that you will find our Ph.D. program to be one of the strongest in the nation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Policy Making

American Politics

Comparative Politics

International Relations

Research Design

Quant Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

66 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tucson, United States

Disciplines

Public Policy Political Science View 92 other PhDs in Public Policy in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Academic Statement of Purpose

Personal Statement

Transcripts

Standardized Tests

Letters of Recommendation

Writing Sample

Standardized Tests

Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

23400 USD / year

≈ 23400 USD / year
Out-of-State

23400 USD / year

≈ 23400 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12700 USD / year

≈ 12700 USD / year

Living costs

Tucson

United States

830 - 1140 USD / month

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Programme Structure

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Duration

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Domestic

Living costs

Tucson

Funding

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