Master of Public Policy and Administration

The School of Public Policy graduate programs will give you the knowledge, skills, and experience you need to solve problems for the common good and become a leader in government, the nonprofit world, or the private sector. The mix of online and in-person classes of the one-year master of public affairs (MPA) allows you to move quickly and affordably toward pursuing your professional goals. The two-year master of public policy and administration (MPPA) provides a strong analytical foundation that can be applied to a wide variety of policy fields. MPPA students can opt to pursue a dual degree in business administration, public health, higher education, or regional planning. Both programs are open to full- and part-time students.