About PhD Program,
The doctoral program in Public Policy & Management at Carnegie Mellon University’s Heinz College prepares students to apply a rigorous scientific approach to social, organizational, economic, and management problems in an increasingly connected world.
At Heinz, we live and work at the critical nexus of information technology and public policy. Our Ph.D. in Public Policy & Management was created to train students to approach problems from multiple disciplinary perspectives, to use advanced analytic and theoretical models, and to apply modern technological capabilities such as machine learning to the policy domain.
Heinz College Ph.D. students enjoy close partnerships with faculty as they explore the complex and exciting interconnectedness of information systems, public policy, and management. Upon graduating, our Ph.D.s receive desirable placements at academic institutions, government agencies, and consulting firms.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
- A three-semester D. Seminar Series focusing on the research process
- Two semesters of Advanced Electives offering depth in specialized fields
- Quantitative Methods Clusterof courses in statistics, econometrics, and machine learning
- Two semesters of coursework in Social and Policy Sciences
- Concentration Area Requirement, combining research and courses to support your research agenda and long-term professional objectives
- While fulfilling these requirements, you’ll work closely with the faculty to develop individualized programs of study and research that meet your goals.
- Admission to candidacy means that all requirements of the Ph.D. program preliminary to the dissertation have been fulfilled. In addition to satisfying all coursework requirements, you must also meet the following research requirements:
- First- and second-year Research Papersmeeting current Ph.D. requirements
- Dissertation focused on Public Policytopic as per judgment of Ph.D. committee
PhD Funding Coverage,
Your education is one of the most valuable investments
you will ever make. We can help you pay for it.
The question of how to finance your education is no doubt a factor in your decision to apply for doctoral study, and where you choose to apply.
We are here to help you determine how much your Ph.D. program will cost, and give you strategies and options for how to pay for it.
Below, you will find detailed information on Ph.D. student finances. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Admissions via email at hnzadmit@andrew.cmu.edu, or give us a call at 412-268-2164.
The financial aid program is designed to provide you with the financial support necessary to enable you to successfully complete the Ph.D. program. If you are a Ph.D. candidate in good standing, you will receive a full-tuition scholarship for your entire tenure in the program.
Application Requirement,
- Online Application Form
- Transcripts
- Standardized Test Scores (GRE or GMAT)
- English Language Proficiency Exam Results (TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo)
- Recommendations
- Professional Résumé
- Required Essay
- Proposed Research Essay
- Optional Essay
- Verification Requirement for Enrolling Students (applicable only upon admission)
Application Deadline
Jan 10, 2025
Application Fee,
There is no application fee to apply to Heinz College
