A four-year baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a 45-quarter (equivalent) credit hour graduate degree from an accredited university.
A master level degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the GRE is now optional for applications.
Course transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
TOEFL scores or that is below a combined 90. IELTS scores must be 7.0 or higher for consideration of admission to the PhD.
Three letters of recommendation and recent resume. Reference letters and resumes should be submitted through the Graduate School application system.
Statement of purpose concerning why the applicant would like to pursue the PhD in Public Policy at Oregon State University. The statement should include your reasons for applying to the program, academic and professional background information, policy interests, and any personal experiences or history that are related to your interests in public policy.
A writing sample.
Domestic students are strongly encouraged to submit a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Student Aid Report and to indicate if they are a veteran and/or a first generation college student.
Identification of at least three possible mentors from the PhD Public Policy Faculty.
Only applicants interested in a full-time resident PhD program should apply.