Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Apply before Dec 2026, National This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 79 OR IELTS: 7
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Columbus, United States
Disciplines
Public Policy
Overview
Education
The rigorous, hands-on curriculum provided by the Glenn College will give you the skills and tools you need to thrive in careers at all levels of government and in the not-for-profit sector. The Public Policy and Management program is offered by The Ohio State University.
As a graduate student, you will have all the benefits of a collegial, high-quality graduate program located within a large, research institution. Our program fosters close relationships among students, staff, and faculty. Our attractive and comfortable facility creates an environment conducive to learning and to creating dialogue between students and policymakers on the pressing issues of the day.
Programme Structure
Curriculum
- A basic knowledge of the public policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation processes
- A thorough preparation in analytical foundations and competence in advanced quantitative tools required for investigating public policy and management problems
- Competence in public sector economic theory and its application to policy analysis and management problems
- An understanding of the concepts, methods, and techniques of organization theory and administrative processes applicable to the public sector environment
- An intensive concentration in an advanced specialization field emphasizing multidisciplinary contributions to the solution of public sector problems
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: 3
- GRE®: Required
- GMAT: Required
English requirements
- TOEFL® iBT: 79 OR
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- Online Application Form
- Statement of Purpose
- Updated Resume/CV
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Transcripts
- Test Scores
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 20,353 AUD / year (≈ 14,318 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 20,353 AUD / year (≈ 14,318 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 20,353 AUD / year (≈ 14,318 USD / year)
Living costs
Columbus, United States
1,336-2,161 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships: Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Public Policy and Management.

