PhD in Public Administration (PhD)

Tuition is Cost per credit is $1,020.. The deadline to apply for the Aug 2027 intake is Apr 1, 2027.

This programme is designed for working professionals and career changers seeking advanced leadership training in public service. Students study cross-sector collaboration between public, private, and nonprofit organizations. The curriculum emphasizes practical leadership skills and network development across sectors. It is structured as a cohort-based on-campus programme with evening classes.

Focus areas include Cross-sector collaboration, Public service leadership, Nonprofit management, Public administration, Policy implementation, Organizational leadership.

The programme requires 48 credits, completed over three years of core coursework followed by a comprehensive exam and dissertation. Students complete 9 courses as part of the doctoral programme.

Graduates take on leadership roles such as police chief, county administrator, city administrator, nonprofit CEO or president, nonprofit CFO, and director of grants administration.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree or have completed 36 credits toward a master’s with a minimum 3.0 GPA. A personal statement, resume, official transcripts, and three academic or professional recommendations are required.

The programme totals about 48 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, cohort-based; classes meet once a week from 6 to 9 p.m. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 90% of applicants.

Hamline University in Saint Paul, Minnesota, combines a long history (founded in 1854) with a student-centered liberal arts approach that suits international students seeking a personalized U.S. experience. With roughly 3,100 students and about 95 programs across undergraduate and graduate study, Hamline emphasizes small classes, close faculty mentorship and an inclusive campus community. International learners benefit from dedicated advising, orientation services and campus groups that ease cultural adjustment and support academic goals.

Academics at Hamline focus on experiential learning and professional preparation. Programs integrate internships, field placements, community-based projects and studio work so students graduate with practical skills and real-world experience. Faculty are active mentors who encourage critical thinking, interdisciplinary study and social responsibility; popular areas include education, business, health sciences and the arts. Opportunities for research, service learning and leadership help students build resumes and relationships with local employers.

Campus life blends civic engagement, cultural events and access to the Twin Cities’ broader career network. Housing, career services, study abroad and counseling offices provide practical support for study planning, visa concerns and job searches. For international applicants seeking a close-knit campus with strong mentorship, hands-on learning and clear pathways to internships or graduate study, Hamline offers a welcoming environment and ample opportunities to grow academically and professionally.