Key information Duration Full-time: 48 months Part-time: 72 months Start dates & application deadlines Starting August 2027 Apply before Feb
2027, National (estimated deadline) Apply before Jan 2027, International (estimated deadline) Language English Duolingo English Test: 105 TOEFL iBT: 79 PTE Academic: 58 IELTS: 6.5 Credits 60 SCH Delivered On Campus Campus Location Denver, United States Disciplines Public Policy Overview Students are more likely to be successful in the Public Affairs programme from University of Colorado Denver when their research interests overlap with members of the faculty. Potential students applying to the programme are urged to make an effort to learn about the faculty members at the School of Public Affairs, their academic research interests, their resumes, and their various specializations. Key Facts Potential students can find out about faculty by taking courses, talking directly with faculty members, and talking with current PhD students. When applying to the PhD programme, student candidates should explicitly identify one to three faculty advisors in their statement. Programme Structure Courses include: Qualitative Research Methods Seminar in Public Management Seminar in Public Policy Seminar in Economic Quantitative Methods Admission requirements Academic requirements GPA: 3.0 English requirements Duolingo English Test: 105 TOEFL iBT: 79 PTE Academic: 58 IELTS: 6.5 Other requirements General requirements Admission to the programme is based on the personal and professional qualifications of the applicant. It is desirable that an applicant have a master’s degree in public administration or a closely related field before undertaking doctoral work. Applicants should have: GPA of 3.0 or above in master's-level course work GRE scores (no more than five years old) that are, at a minimum, above the 50th percentile ranking in both the quantitative and verbal sections. Fees and funding Tuition Fees Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality. International: 30,128 AUD / year (≈ 20,984 USD / year) Out-of-State: 30,128 AUD / year (≈ 20,984 USD / year) Domestic (In-State): 15,173 AUD / year (≈ 10,568 USD / year) Living costs Denver, United States: 1,881–3,187 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries. Funding Scholarship opportunities are available for Public Affairs.
