Ph.D. in Public Policy and Management Admissions

Our intensive doctoral program seeks students with demonstrated academic ability and those who possess a commitment to interdisciplinary research on significant public policy, management and information technology issues. Each entering class is small; a typical cohort is 4 to 8 students.

Before applying, please read our Admissions Requirements.

Application Deadlines

The deadline for submitting applications is December 15 for the PhD in Statistics and Public Policy and the PhD in Machine Learning and Public Policy.

Applications to the other PhD programs offered by the Heinz College are due to the Heinz College Admissions Office with all required materials by January 10.

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