PhD admissions are paused for the 2026-2027 academic year and specific PhD application deadlines are not posted. Harris notes the same rounds for domestic and international applicants and encourages applicants needing an F-1 or J-1 visa to apply by Round 2, but exact dates were not provided.

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Bachelor Degree

Minimum GPA

PhD applicants must hold a prior master-level degree (Master Degree required per program-level rule), must submit GRE scores (no waiver), and are expected to demonstrate strong quantitative preparation (superior grades in at least three advanced math/economics courses listed) and some prior research experience is desirable. The Harris School is pausing PhD admissions for the 2026-2027 academic year and will not admit a new class.

The application fee is $90 (nonrefundable) with fee waivers available. Entering PhD students are eligible to receive up to six years of full financial support (tuition plus a stipend); Harris PhD students are guaranteed six years of funding (23 quarters) provided they fulfill sixth-year funding requirements.

PhD in Public Policy

Overview

Class Profile

Eligibility Criteria

Application Requirements

Fees and Funding