How to Apply

PhD 1.1 (Thesis Only)

1. CMU-SPP Doctoral Program Application Form
2. Letter of intent/ Motivation letter
3. Convincing and well-planned research proposal (2,000 – 5,000 words)
4. Curriculum Vitae
5. Transcripts from Undergraduate and Graduate levels
6. Master Thesis Abstract
7. Certified proficiency in English, awarded within the last 2 years: choices are between TOEFL (523 points paper-based; 193 computer-based; 69 iBT) or IELTS (score 5.5) and CMU-eTEGS (score 65).
   *This is not necessary for native English speakers or students who have had English as language of instruction at the university they studied at (certified by the university)
8. Two letters of recommendation from your professor(s) or supervisor(s) who are familiar with your academic background.

PhD 2.1 (Coursework + Thesis)

1. CMU-SPP Doctoral Program Application Form
2. Letter of intent/ Motivation letter
3. Convincing and well-planned research proposal (2,000 – 5,000 words)
4. Curriculum Vitae
5. Transcripts from Undergraduate and Graduate levels
6. Master Thesis Abstract
7. Certified proficiency in English, awarded within the last 2 years: choices are between TOEFL (523 points paper-based; 193 computer-based; 69 iBT) or IELTS (score 5.5) and CMU-eTEGS (score 65).
   *This is not necessary for native English speakers or students who have had English as language of instruction at the university they studied at (certified by the university)
8. Two letters of recommendation from your professor(s) or supervisor(s) who are familiar with your academic background

PhD 1.1 (Thesis Only)

1. Graduated with a Master’s degree in Public Policy, Economics or related discipline.
2. Application endorsed by potential advisor and approved by SPP Curriculum Committee.
3. Have experience in academics or at least 2 years of work related to public policy.
4. Applicants have to show the result of certified proficiency in English, awarded within the last 2 years. Choices are between TOEFL (523 points paper-based; 193 computer-based; 69 iBT) or IELTS (score 5.5) and CMU-eTEGS (score 65).

PhD 2.1 (Coursework + Thesis)

1. Graduated with a Master’s degree or equivalent.
2. Application endorsed by potential advisor and approved by SPP Curriculum Committee.
3. Have experience in academics or at least 2 years of work related to public policy.
4. Applicants have to show the result of certified proficiency in English, awarded within the last 2 years. Choices are between TOEFL (523 points paper-based; 193 computer-based; 69 iBT) or IELTS (score 5.5) and CMU-eTEGS (score 65).

Required Documents for PhD Program

• Letter of Intent/ Motivation letter
• CMU-SPP Doctoral Program Application Form
• Curriculum vitae
• Research Ideas
• Coursework Track: 1,000-2,000 words
• Thesis-only Track: maximum 5,000 words
• Master thesis abstract
• One copy of official Master’s Degree certificate and transcript
• Certified proficiency in English, awarded within the last 2 years: choices are between TOEFL (523 points paper-based; 193 computer-based; 69 iBT) or IELTS (score 5.5) and CMU-eTEGS (score 65).
  *This is not necessary for native English speakers or students who have had English as language of instruction at the university they previously studied at (certified by the university).
• Two letters of recommendation from people who are familiar with your academic and/or professional background.
• One copy of Thai National ID or Passport
• Test results such as GRE, GMAT, list of publications (optional)

PhD 1.1 (Thesis Only)

• No coursework
• PhD Thesis (48 credits)

PhD 2.1 (Coursework + Thesis)

• Four compulsory courses;
  • 950801: Theories of Public Policy
  • 950802: Qualitative Research Methods for Policy Analysis
  • 950803: Quantitative Research Methods for Policy
  • 950804: Seminar in Public Policy
• PhD Thesis (36 credits)

You will be contacted by SPP Degree Program Unit to have an online interview with our Selection Committee.

MA Type 3 (Independent Study)

1. CMU-SPP Master Program Application Form
2. Letter of intent/ Motivation Letter stating the type of policy interest
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Transcript from undergraduate level
5. Certified proficiency in English, awarded within the last 2 years: choices are between TOEFL (523 points paper-based; 193 computer-based; 69 iBT) or IELTS (score 5.5) and CMU-eTEGS (score 65).
   *This is not necessary for native English speakers or students who have had English as language of instruction at the university they studied at (certified by the university).
6. Two letters of recommendation from your professor(s) or supervisor(s) who are familiar with your academic background.

MA Type 3 (Independent Study)

1. Graduated with a Bachelor Degree, or equivalent, any discipline.
2. Applicants have to show the result of certified proficiency in English, awarded within the last 2 years. Choices are between TOEFL (523 points paper-based; 193 computer-based; 69 iBT) or IELTS (score 5.5) and CMU-eTEGS (score 65).

Required Documents for Master Program

• Letter of Intent/ motivation letter stating the type of policy interest
• CMU-SPP Master Program Application Form
• Curriculum vitae
• One copy of official Bachelor’s Degree certificate and transcript
• Certified proficiency in English, awarded within the last 2 years: choices are between TOEFL (523 points paper-based; 193 computer-based; 69 iBT) or IELTS (score 5.5) and CMU-eTEGS (score 65).
  *This is not necessary for native English speakers or students who have had English as language of instruction at the university they previously studied at (certified by the university).
• Two letters of recommendation from people who are familiar with your academic and/or professional background.
• One copy of Thai National ID or Passport
• Test results such as GRE, GMAT, list of publications (optional)

MA (Type 3, Independent Study)

• Five compulsory courses;
  • 950701: Public Policy and Governance
  • 950702: Economics for Policy Analysis
  • 950703: Research Design and Methods for Public Policy
  • 950704: Decision Support System and Data Analytics for Public Policy
  • 950705: Policy Narratives, Negotiation and Communication
• Five elective courses, and One Independent Study project.

You will be contacted by SPP Degree Program Unit to have an online interview with our Selection Committee.