Doctor of Philosophy in Public Administration

Our doctoral program will prepare you to teach and conduct research in public management and related fields, or to serve as a research specialist within government agencies and public affairs institutes. NC State offers the only Ph.D. in Public Administration in the state. Our typical candidates have completed an MPA or other relevant graduate degree. All full-time Ph.D. students receive a competitive financial support package including stipend, health insurance, and tuition. Our students are active in research, presenting at major regional and national conferences, with department travel support provided. The only program Ph.D. in Public Administration in North Carolina provides students with a strong foundation for teaching and research positions. It is led by a faculty recognized nationally for its research productivity. Since first enrolling students in 1998, the program has amassed a strong record of placement, with graduates holding faculty appointments in respected colleges and universities as well as research positions in policy institutes and government agencies.