Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration and Management

University of North Texas

The program admits a selective number of students (8-10) each Fall semester, prioritizing collaboration with faculty and optimizing students' research and academic career success. Students are trained for research-oriented scholarly careers in the field of public administration with specializations in urban management, nonprofit management, public financial management and emergency management.

Why Earn a Ph.D. in Public Administration and Management?

Both faculty and students benefit from access to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, which presents a superb laboratory for research into the complex and compelling issues facing the public today. Our collegial and distinguished faculty have established research agendas, excellent reputations and a collaborative spirit that provides a strong foundation for students who want to become the academic leaders and scholars of the future.

The program has an emerging national reputation propelled by faculty members engaged in cutting-edge research. We offer specializations in public administration, financial management, nonprofit management or urban management.