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Public Policy and Political Economy

Application & Admission

Information on our Graduate Programs

  • Read about our different programs
  • If you would like to contact any of our programs: 

    Master of Science  in International Political Economy (MS)
    Prospective students should see International Political Economy Associate Program Head, Dr. Jennifer Holmes. 
    email:  jholmes@utdallas.edu  
    phone: (972) 883 6843

    Master of Public Policy (MPP)
    Prospective students should see Public Policy and Political Economy Program Head, Dr. Marie Chevrier.   
    email: chevrier@utdallas.edu 
    phone: (972) 883 2727

    Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy and Political Economy (Ph.D.)
    Prospective students should see Public Policy and Political Economy Program Head, Dr. Euel Elliott. 
    email: eeliott@utdallas.edu 
    phone: (972) 883 2066

    For General Information or Extra Assistance
    Public Policy and Political Economy Program Assistant
    Judy Robertson
    Email: judy@utdallas.edu
    Telephone: (972) 883-6406

Admission Process for Graduate Students

1) Learn About UTD

2) Get Ready To Apply

  • Application Deadlines:  U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents
    Semester
    Priority
    Late
    Fall July 1 August 1
    Spring November 1 December 1
    Summer April 1 May 1
                      
  • Application Deadlines: International Students
    Semester
    Priority
    Late
    Fall May 1 June 1
    Spring September 1 October 1
    Summer March 1 April 1
  • Take the Graduate Record Examination and have the official scores reported to UTD.

3) Admissions Requirements

The University’s general admission requirements are discussed here.

Program specific requirements:

Master of Science in International Political Economy (MS)

The M.S. program in International Political Economy seeks applications from students with a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university or college. Although applications will be reviewed holistically, in general, entering students have earned a 3.0 undergraduate grade point average (on a 4.0 scale), and a combined verbal and quantitative score of at least 1100 on the GRE.  Standardized test scores are only one of the factors taken into account in determining admission. Students should also submit all transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a one-page essay outlining the applicant’s background, education, and professional objectives.

Master of Public Policy (MPP)

The M.P.P. program in Public Policy seeks applications from students with a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university of college. A 3.0 undergraduate grade point average (on a 4.0 scale), and a combined verbal and quantitative score of at least 1200 on the GRE. Students may also wish to consider submitting their score from the writing component of the GRE test as additional evidence of their writing skills. Standardized test scores are only one of the factors taken into account in determining admission. Students should also submit all transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a one-page essay outlining the applicant’s background, education, and professional objectives.

Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy and Political Economy (Ph.D.)

The PhD. in Public Policy and Political Economy program seeks applications from students with a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university or college. An undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.2, and a combined verbal and quantitative GRE score of 1200, or equivalent score on the GMAT, are desirable for direct admission. Students may also wish to consider submitting their score from the writing component of the GRE test as additional evidence of their writing skills. Standardized test scores are only one of the factors taken into account in determining admission. For example, a student also may be admitted to the Ph.D. program after being accepted by a master’s program and achieving at least a 3.3 grade point average in several core courses. Students should also submit all transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a one-page essay outlining the applicant’s background, education and professional objectives. Prerequisites While there are no specific course prerequisites, entering students will benefit from exposure to undergraduate courses in the Economic, Political and Policy Sciences, college algebra, and research design.

4) Apply

Students must comply with both university and program requirements for admission. The University’s general admission requirements are discussed here. The additional steps required for our programs are below.

Submit an on-line application

  • Provide current official university transcripts
  • $50 non-refundable application fee. This should be mailed to the Admissions Office with your application number.  The application fee is waived if you are a currently enrolled student, excluding transient students, or have graduated from UTD.
  • $50 non-refundable international credential fee (for applicants with transcripts or other international credentials from international institutions)
  • A bachelor's (and, for most PhD programs, a masters) degree from an accredited college or university in the U.S. or its equivalent from a university outside of the US.
  • Three completed recommendation letters, or you may use this form, from individuals able to judge your probable success in graduate school
  • Satisfactory scores on the GRE general exam. Scores should not be more than five years old. Each degree program sets its’ own criteria for what constitutes a satisfactory score.
  • A brief narrative outlining your academic interest and meeting the following criteria:
    • Include any current or long-range interests in research, teaching or other professional objectives.
    • Please describe any publications or other evidence of scholarly endeavor you have achieved.
    • List academic and professional organizations in which you are active and any fellowships, scholarships, or other honors you have received.

For Extra Assistance
Public Policy and Political Economy Program Assistant
Judy Robertson
Email: judy@utdallas.edu
Telephone: (972) 883-6406

5) Getting the Results

To check on the status or your application, application fee payment, or an admissions hold, see the Application Status page.

Also:

Changing the Semester you begin:  The Deferment of Admission Form (Requires Adobe Reader) is for graduate students who have already been admitted to UTD. This form allows graduate students to defer admission for up to 1 year.

 

  • Updated: June 27, 2007