The Joint Ph.D. in Public Policy, offered by the Georgia Tech Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School of Public Policy and Andrew Young School of Policy Studies at Georgia State University, combines the strengths of two nationally recognized programs. Students benefit from the expertise, courses, and research opportunities of both institutions.
This program may be a better fit for applicants interested in topics outside the four core fields offered in the standalone Georgia Tech Ph.D. program or for those seeking a broader interdisciplinary experience.
How to Apply
Students apply to both Georgia Tech and Georgia State University. All materials must be submitted by Jan. 15 for Fall admission.
There is only one application fee, paid through the Georgia Tech application system. You must also complete a fee waiver form for Georgia State (details below).
Step-by-Step Instructions
Apply through Georgia Tech's Graduate Admissions portal.
Choose the program listed as: Ph.D. in Public Policy (Joint Program with Georgia State University)Pay the application fee.
Submit your payment through Georgia Tech’s online system.$75 for U.S. applicants
$85 for international applicants
Complete the Georgia State fee waiver form.
This form allows you to apply to GSU without submitting a second application fee.Apply through Georgia State University.
Complete and submit your application through Georgia State’s Graduate Admissions portal.Submit the required materials to both universities.
You must submit all required application materials to both institutions, including transcripts, GRE scores, and proof of English proficiency (if applicable).
Test Codes and Mailing Information
Georgia Tech
GRE Institute Code: R5248
GRE Department Code: 80
TOEFL School Code: 5248
Mailing Address:
Graduate Admissions
Georgia Institute of Technology
631 Cherry Street, Room 318
Atlanta, GA 30332-0321
Georgia State
GRE and TOEFL Institute Code: 5251
Mailing Address:
Office of Admissions – Graduate Programs
Georgia State University
P.O. Box 4018
Atlanta, GA 30302