Public Policy
Bloomington, Indiana, United States
The Joint Ph.D. Program in Public Policy at Indiana University Bloomington is a collaborative initiative between the School of Public and Environmental Affairs and the Department of Political Science. It offers an interdisciplinary curriculum focused on the comprehensive study of public policy, including policy formation, management, implementation, and evaluation. The program emphasizes rigorous social science training, understanding government decision-making processes, and developing problem-solving skills related to public issues and institutional impacts.
- Bloomington, Indiana, United States
- 7 years
- On Campus
- ₹27,29,500/Year
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Program Overview
The Joint Ph.D. Program in Public Policy at Indiana University Bloomington is a collaborative initiative between the School of Public and Environmental Affairs and the Department of Political Science. It offers an interdisciplinary curriculum focused on the comprehensive study of public policy, including policy formation, management, implementation, and evaluation. The program emphasizes rigorous social science training, understanding government decision-making processes, and developing problem-solving skills related to public issues and institutional impacts.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
No Admission Requirement Available.
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-08-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Program Start
Dec 2025
Programme Structure
CurriculumAfter filing for candidacy status, the doctoral candidate forms a Research Committee consisting of at least four faculty members.Two of the members must be O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs faculty and two must be from Political Science. This committee may, but will not necessarily, be identical to the Progress Review Committee.The selection of Research Committee members should reflect the dissertation topic and expertise of the faculty chosen.The candidate prepares a dissertation proposal to present and defend in a meeting of the Research Committee. The Research Committee reviews the research proposal and requires changes as needed.Once the dissertation research is completed, the candidate defends the thesis in an open oral examination meeting. The Research Committee is ultimately responsible for determining whether the dissertation is acceptable.
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
GRE®
N/A
English Language Requirements
No English language requirements found.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must submit a comprehensive statement of purpose, official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions, three letters of recommendation, GRE test scores, a current Curriculum Vitae (CV), and a writing sample. International applicants should provide an official TOEFL report if applicable. All materials should demonstrate academic readiness and a strong interest in public policy research and analysis.
Course Fees
₹27,29,500/Year
Annual Fee
7 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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