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PhD of Public Administration
- Chicago, United States
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A management and leadership degree for people who want to serve the public good.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop advanced knowledge of Public Administration and apply discipline-appropriate methods
- Assess relevant evidence
- And communicate informed conclusions.
Career outcomes
- Public service management and leadership
Curriculum
- Core requirements cover quantitative techniques
- Statistical analysis
- Economic analysis for policy and planning
- Techniques of policy analysis
- Principles of public administration
- Public budgeting and financial management and institutional leadership. A capstone and an internship requirement complete 40 semester hours.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Recognized undergraduate degree and supporting academic records
- Subject to the university and program admission criteria.
Accepted academic background
Relevant prior university degree and transcripts
Language tests
- IELTS Academic IELTS 6.5
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Previous degree certificate
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Juris Doctor and Master of Public Administration admission requirements at DePaul University. Prepare previous degree certificates and academic transcripts. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $56,436 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Chicago (Loop and Lincoln Park campuses) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Law |
| Department | Department of General Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 86 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Nov 2027
366 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $56,436 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $27,695 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic IELTS 6.5, IELTS Academic 6.5.