PhD Programs
Pursue meaningful research. Create lasting change.
Fletcher’s PhD candidates come from around the world, bringing perspectives and experiences that inform their research and goals. Get to know their stories and learn how they plan to shape the future of international affairs.
After completing their degrees, doctoral graduates go on to successful high-level careers in academia and research, and in the non-profit, government, and private sectors. They make their impact on an array of fields, often maintaining a presence in both academia and practice.
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Program in International Relations
The PhD program in International Relations trains scholars to conduct cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research across key areas of international affairs and political science. A combination of in-depth, hands-on fieldwork and comprehensive theoretical study enables PhD students to uncover the meaningful questions that ultimately shape their future research and professional careers.
The Neubauer Family Program in Economics and Public Policy
A joint program between the Fletcher School and the Department of Economics at Tufts University, the Neubauer Family Program in Economics and Public Policy focuses on producing new scholars and policymakers to address critical issues centered on economic development, energy needs associated with economic growth, and the environmental and climate consequences of progress.