Planning and Public Affairs: PhD

Program Information

PROGRAM NAME

Planning and Public Affairs

PROGRAM LEVEL

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

COLLEGE/SCHOOL AFFILIATION

College of Design

PROGRAM WEBSITE

https://pppm.uoregon.edu/grad/phd

ADMISSIONS INFORMATION

https://pppm.uoregon.edu/apply/phd

FINAL DEADLINE

Fall Term January 8

CAMPUS

Eugene

Program Description

The PhD program in Planning and Public Affairs in the School of Planning, Public Policy and Management (PPPM) trains students to conduct rigorous, original research to inform scholarship, policy, and practice. The doctoral degree program focuses on three, cutting-edge research groups that are strengths among the PPPM faculty. An overarching key theme is engaged and applied scholarship, which builds on our international reputation for integrating research, teaching, and service.

Program Prerequisites

Applicants must have a master’s degree in planning, public policy, public administration, nonprofit management, or a related field.

Program Information  Faculty

Application at a Glance

You apply for admission through your program. Detailed instructions are available on the program’s website.

UO Application Requirements

Program-Specific Application Requirements

Required

  • GRE (UO Institution Code: 4846)
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Resume

Optional

  • CV
  • GMAT

Not Required

  • LSAT

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