Public Administration and Public Policy (PAPP) Ph.D

The University of Texas at Arlington is consistently invigorating the undergrad experience  while encouraging students to engage with opportunities they can't find elsewhere. Being classified as both a Carnegie R1 and Texas Tier One institution produces greater opportunities to work with world-class faculty within robust and innovative academic programs.

UTA’s 420-acre campus is home to 10,000+ students  and provides an enriched, inclusive undergraduate experience that cultivates forward-thinking. Being on campus means convenient access to more than 300 student organizations and a never-ending roster of events. Students excel in their studies through our enriching academic advising, the Lockheed Martin Career Development Center, and  access to countless career-building opportunities. UTA is also located between two large cities, so we have double the networking, internships, and cultural experiences in reach.

The University strives to provide an attainable, world-class education for everyone. That's why we're proud to help as much as 82% of our students invest in college through financial aid and scholarships. UTA is ranked the #1 university in Texas for return on investment; our alumni are making the highest median salary of all the UT system graduates and hold leadership positions in 24 of DFW’s Fortune 500.  A Bachelor’s degree from UTA proves to be regionally and nationally recognized, and corporations are seeing our graduates as cutting-edge, innovative thinkers.  

The University of Texas at Arlington is a Texas Tier One institution dedicated to providing students access to the most career-advancing opportunities they can find. The proximity to several Fortune 500 companies within the DFW metroplex expands our students’ academic and professional scope. Also classified as a Carnegie R-1 Research University, UTA provides students access to innovative coursework taught by professional educators who are also respected leaders in their fields. The relationships and knowledge pursued throughout UTA’s graduate studies will help define and advance the most prestigious careers. 

U.S. News & World Report’s 2018 “Best Graduate Schools” rankings include more than 20 UTA graduate programs. The Graduate School is also ranked the 3rd fastest-growing doctoral public institution. With more than 125 doctoral and master’s degree tracks and 49 graduate certificate programs, students will find the robust variety they need to get an edge on their career. 
The Graduate School’s reputation as a preeminent research and educational institution empowers continued expansion of first-class coursework that connects students to priceless learning opportunities, even outside of the classroom. The commitments to interdisciplinary research and learning ensure leaders are prepared to meet the challenges posed by our modern global environment.