Are you looking to take your education and career to the next level? Do you have a passion for research and a desire to make meaningful contributions to your field of study? If so, a Funded PhD programs may be the perfect choice for you.

Attention all aspiring scholars and researchers! The Pennsylvania State University is accepting applications for our prestigious funded PhD programs. Apply to the Pennsylvania State University’s PhD program today and take the first step towards a rewarding and fulfilling academic career.

About Fully Funded PhD in Health Policy and Administration

Penn State University in University Park, Pennsylvania, provides a fully financed PhD in Health Policy and Administration.

Designed for students who desire to work in both academic and non-academic research environments. After finishing the first year of the program, you will be able to choose between three specialist tracks: health economics, healthcare administration and organizations, or population health and demography.

Eligibility Criteria

Earned master’s degree prior to entering the PhD.
You are expected to have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and subject-specific GPA of 3.5 or above.
English language proficiency requirements (non-native English speakers)

PhD Funding Coverage

Students entering the Health Policy doctoral program are funded through graduate assistantships. Our assistantships provide roughly $22,000 per year in support, along with a tuition waiver and access to health insurance.

Those making adequate progress in the program can expect to receive three years of funding at this level. In subsequent years, financial support is available through faculty research grants or teaching opportunities within the department.

Applicants with exceptional credentials are nominated for university-wide fellowships that provide additional funding.

The department has additional financial support available for a qualified Ph.D. student interested in tobacco policy research. Access the Predoctoral Research Fellowships Information for more detailed information.

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Application Requirement

Official transcripts from previously attended college/ university.
English language proficiency test scores such as TOEFL, IELTS, etc. (for non-native English speakers only)
Entrance test scores, GRE*, GMAT* or other accepted scores*
Research proposal
Statement of purpose
Writing samples
Letters of recommendation
Up-to-date resume
Copy of passport
Financial documents including bank statements