Welcome to all prospective students
at the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies

You will join the best and the brightest right in the heart of downtown Atlanta. Our students are diverse, and hail from over 40 countries. Our faculty are excellent teachers as well as respected researchers.

1. The first step is to review our academic degree programs to see which is the best fit for you:
   • Economics
   • Public Administration and Urban Studies
     
     
     
2. You should contact The Office of Academic Assistance to find out more about the application process.
   • Request a program brochure.
• Graduate and doctoral applicants can apply online here.
• Contact OAA with any questions on the admissions process and status of your application.
  • Read the FAQ
  • Application deadlines and fees.
• Undergraduate students should contact the University's Office of Admissions.
  
  
  
3. Learn more about the school, Andrew Young, and the urban environment of Atlanta.
• Welcome from Dean Roy Bahl
• Andrew Young School of Policy Studies fact sheet
• Andrew Young biography
• Distinguished guests
  • President Bill Clinton
  • President Jimmy Carter
  • Recent speakers
• Faculty and their specialties
• The Annual Report documents the research of our faculty and graduate students, including international travel and presentations.
• The Briefing highlights the school's research, changes, and student and faculty activities.
• Atlanta's downtown is thriving.
  • Housing help is available through the University:
    on campus or off campus.
  • Learn about living downtown.
  • The City of Atlanta has a new Web site.
    
    
    
4. Once you have been accepted, consider applying for financial assistance.
   
   • Fellowships are available for a very small number of doctoral students.
   • Financial Assistance is available in different formats for PAUS students.
   • Economics students are primarily considered for Graduate Assistantships, which offer a tuition waiver and a small stipend.
   • Graduate Research Assistantships are available for a limited number of students.
     
     
     
5. Join a student organization or find an opportunity that fits you and your needs.
   • Student groups
   • Study abroad program (Economics)
     • Read a student's account of her studies in South Africa.
   • Study abroad program (PAUS)
   • Peace Corps Master's International Program

Photo above: Some of the Andrew Young School's international students enjoy a reception honoring labor expert W.J. Usery.