Announcements and Q & A
Announcements
The Executive Ph.D. in Public Policy Program graduated its Inaugural Cohort of fifteen on August 5, 2022, at the F.G. Clark Activity Center.
The EPHD Program will welcome its 7th Cohort in August 2026.
Questions & Answers
Are there scholarships or other funding opportunities available for this program?
Unfortunately, there is no funding available within the department.
However, all students are encouraged to explore Financial Aid options.
When do classes meet?
Classes meet in person once a month on the Baton Rouge campus. However, there may be some online sessions in between the monthly sessions.
What is the application period?
Applications open annually, but admissions are in the Fall only. The department's admissions committee reviews applications for Fall admissions.
Does the program admit students each semester?
Unfortunately, we do not. We admit cohorts annually in the Summer for the Fall term.
Is this program available online?
Unfortunately, this program is not available online. However, instruction is one weekend per month. Please use this link to access the program's website and learn more.
Where can I find information about the program?
Information regarding the Executive Ph.D. program is available on the Nelson Mandela College of Government and Social Sciences website under the Graduate programs in the navigation menu. For your convenience, please use this link for direct access to the program's information.