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PhD of Public Policy

DePaul University

  • Chicago, United States
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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DePaul University campus

About the program

An interdisciplinary doctorate combining social science and legal perspectives with research methods.

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 Policy and apply discipline-appropriate methods
  • Assess relevant evidence
  • And communicate informed conclusions.

Career outcomes

  • Public Policy Research Assistant
  • Program Coordinator
  • Project Assistant
  • Research and Policy Associate

Curriculum

  • Students complete 55 semester hours with a B+ or higher in each course
  • Including a seminar on policy theory
  • Then pass an annual review and a comprehensive examination
  • Form a dissertation committee
  • Present a dissertation proposal and defend the dissertation.

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

  1. Review the Juris Doctor and Master of Public Policy 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

CampusChicago (Loop and Lincoln Park campuses)
Faculty or schoolCollege of Law
DepartmentDepartment of General Studies
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value86
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1
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Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2028

    Apply by

    15 Nov 2027

    366 days left

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.