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In the UMass Amherst School of Public Policy’s Master of Public Policy program, students will gain the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to become a leader in the nonprofit, public, or private sector while creating meaningful social change. Our mix of online and in-person classes allows students to move quickly toward their professional goals with the skills needed to fuel their success. Internships and client projects provide invaluable real-world experience. We offer generous grants to both in-and out-of-state students, making the MPP one of the most affordable public policy degrees in the region. Part-Time option is available for this program.
Program overview
Main Subject
Public Policy
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Blended
In the UMass Amherst School of Public Policy’s Master of Public Policy program, students will gain the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to become a leader in the nonprofit, public, or private sector while creating meaningful social change. Our mix of online and in-person classes allows students to move quickly toward their professional goals with the skills needed to fuel their success. Internships and client projects provide invaluable real-world experience. We offer generous grants to both in-and out-of-state students, making the MPP one of the most affordable public policy degrees in the region. Part-Time option is available for this program.
Admission Requirements
80+
6+
2+
Application requirements include a completed application form, statement of purpose, transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work, and two letters of recommendation. An interview is strongly recommended but not required. The GRE is not required for either MPP program, although applicants can submit their scores if they choose.
May
Tuition Fee and Scholarships
Domestic Students
17,538 USD
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International Students
17,538 USD
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One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
A leading center for public higher education in the Northeast, the University of Massachusetts Amherst has gained a reputation for excellence in a growing number of fields for its wide and varied academic offerings and for its expanding historic roles in education, research, and public service. The flagship campus of the Commonwealth's University system, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a major research university enrolling over 32,000 students, from 50 United States and over 120 countries. Its 10 schools and colleges offer over 100 undergraduate majors, 82 master's and 51 doctoral programs. Sponsored research activities total over $200 million a year. Located on 1,460-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, the campus provides a rich cultural environment in a rural setting close to major urban centers. As a member of the Five College consortium, the university shares a mutually rewarding relationship with students from Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith colleges.
A leading center for public higher education in the Northeast, the University of Massachusetts Amherst has gained a reputation for excellence in a growing number of fields for its wide and varied academic offerings and for its expanding historic roles in education, research, and public service. The flagship campus of the Commonwealth's University system, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a major research university enrolling over 32,000 students, from 50 United States and over 120 countries. Its 10 schools and colleges offer over 100 undergraduate majors, 82 master's and 51 doctoral programs. Sponsored research activities total over $200 million a year. Located on 1,460-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, the campus provides a rich cultural environment in a rural setting close to major urban centers. As a member of the Five College consortium, the university shares a mutually rewarding relationship with students from Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith colleges.
Master of Public Policy
Amherst, US, Amherst, United States
17,538 USDTuition Fee/year
YesScholarships
Public PolicyMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Public Policy
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Blended
Program overview
Main Subject
Public Policy
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Blended
Admission Requirements
Tuition Fee and Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
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A leading center for public higher education in the Northeast, the University of Massachusetts Amherst has gained a reputation for excellence in a growing number of fields for its wide and varied academic offerings and for its expanding historic roles in education, research, and public service. The flagship campus of the Commonwealth's University system, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a major research university enrolling over 32,000 students, from 50 United States and over 120 countries. Its 10 schools and colleges offer over 100 undergraduate majors, 82 master's and 51 doctoral programs. Sponsored research activities total over $200 million a year. Located on 1,460-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, the campus provides a rich cultural environment in a rural setting close to major urban centers. As a member of the Five College consortium, the university shares a mutually rewarding relationship with students from Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith colleges.
Arts and Humanities (6)
Art
BA Afro-American Studies
BA Art History
BA Chinese
BA Comparative Literature
BA English
BA French
BA German
BA History
BA Italian
BA Japanese
BA Linguistics
BA Philosophy
BA Theater
BFA Studio Arts
BMus Music
BS Architecture
BS Landscape Architecture
Building and Construction Technology
Classics
Classics and Philosophy
Dance
Judaic Studies
Middle Eastern Studies
Portuguese
Russian, Eurasian, and Polish Studies
Spanish
Business and Management (6)
BA Economics
Bachelor of Business Administration
Engineering and Technology (6)
BS Computer Science
Informatics
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Animal Science
BS Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
BS Microbiology
BS Plant and Soil Sciences
BS Psychology
Biology
RN to BS (Amherst)
Veterinary Technology
Natural Sciences (6)
BS Astronomy
BS Chemistry
BS Food Science
BS Geography
BS Mathematics
BS Physics
Earth Systems
Environmental Science
Geology
Natural Resources Conservation
Science
Social Sciences and Management (6)
BA Anthropology
BA Communication
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management
Journalism
Political Science
Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies
A leading center for public higher education in the Northeast, the University of Massachusetts Amherst has gained a reputation for excellence in a growing number of fields for its wide and varied academic offerings and for its expanding historic roles in education, research, and public service. The flagship campus of the Commonwealth's University system, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a major research university enrolling over 32,000 students, from 50 United States and over 120 countries. Its 10 schools and colleges offer over 100 undergraduate majors, 82 master's and 51 doctoral programs. Sponsored research activities total over $200 million a year. Located on 1,460-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, the campus provides a rich cultural environment in a rural setting close to major urban centers. As a member of the Five College consortium, the university shares a mutually rewarding relationship with students from Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith colleges.
Arts and Humanities (6)
Art Education
Design
English (Creative Writing)
Latin and Classical Humanities
MA Afro-American Studies
MA Art History
MA Chinese
MA Comparative Literature
MA English
MA French
MA German
MA Hispanic Literatures and Linguistics
MA History
MA Italian
MA Japanese
MA Linguistics
MA Philosophy
MArch Architecture
MFA Studio Arts
MFA Theater
MLA Landscape Architecture
MM Music
Business and Management (6)
MS in Accounting (Professional Track)
MS in Accounting (Transitions Track)
MSc Economics
Online Master of Science in Business Analytics
Engineering and Technology (6)
MSci Computer Science
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
MSc Animal Biotechnology and Biomedical Sciences
MSc Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
MSc Microbiology
MSc Molecular and Cellular Biology
MSc Neuroscience and Behavior
MSc Organismic and Evolutionary Biology
MSc Plant Biology
MSc Plant and Soil Sciences
MSc Psychology
Master of Public Health in Nutrition
Master of Science Clinical Nurse Leader
Master of Science Degree in Plant and Soil Sciences
Natural Sciences (6)
MSc Astronomy
MSc Chemistry
MSc Environmental Conservation
MSc Food Science
MSc Geography
MSc Geosciences
MSc Marine Science and Technology
MSc Mathematics
MSc Physics
MSc Polymer Science and Engineering
MSc Statistics
Sustainability Science
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Data Analytics and Computational Social Science
MA Anthropology
MA Communication
Master of Public Policy
Online/Distance MBA (1)
Online MBA Program
Arts and Humanities (6)
PhD Afro-American Studies
PhD Comparative Literature
PhD English
PhD German
PhD Hispanic Literatures and Linguistics
PhD History
PhD Linguistics
PhD Music
PhD Philosophy
Business and Management (6)
PhD Economics
Engineering and Technology (6)
PhD Computer Science
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
PhD Animal Biotechnology and Biomedical Sciences
PhD Microbiology
PhD Molecular and Cellular Biology
PhD Neuroscience and Behavior
PhD Organismic and Evolutionary Biology
PhD Plant Biology
PhD Plant and Soil Sciences
PhD Psychology
Natural Sciences (6)
PhD Astronomy
PhD Chemistry
PhD Environmental Conservation
PhD Food Science
PhD Geosciences
PhD Marine Science and Technology
PhD Mathematics
PhD Physics
PhD Polymer Science and Engineering
PhD Statistics
Social Sciences and Management (6)
PhD Anthropology
PhD Communication