The School of Graduate Studies - New Brunswick
Areas of Concentration
Community Development,
Economics,
Education,
Environmental,
GIS,
Gender,
Health,
Housing,
International Development,
Labor/Workforce Development,
Land Use Planning,
Law,
Management,
Physical Planning,
Political Economy,
Political Processes & Institutions,
Poverty,
Public/Urban Informatics,
Race and Ethnicity,
Real Estate,
Regional Planning,
Science & Technology,
Social Justice,
Social Policy,
State & Local Finance,
Statistical Methods,
Transportation
Program Requirements
- Transcripts from all previously attended institutions
- Minimum 3 letters of recommendation
- Personal Statement
- Resume/CV
- Writing Sample
For more information, visit the
program's website.
Test Requirements
- Official GRE or LSAT Scores
Proof of English Proficiency: Rutgers accepts TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo. If you attended a university where instruction was in English, you may submit a letter confirming this. Refer to your program for specific score requirements.
Personal Statement Instructions
Why do you want to obtain a PhD in Planning and Public Policy? (250-500 words), What are your specific research interests within the field of Planning and Public Policy? (500-750 words), Why is the Bloustein School an appropriate doctoral program in which to pursue your research interests? (250-500 words), What else should the admissions committee know about you when evaluating your application? (250-500 words)
