Rolling admissions for the 2026-2027 academic year will open on October 1, 2025.
In-Person/Hybrid Programs
| Programs of Study | Start Date | Priority Admission Deadline** | Regular Admission Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS in DACSS | Summer/Fall | February 15 | April 15 |
| 4+1 MS in DACSS* | Summer/Fall | February 15 | April 15 |
| Master of Public Policy | Summer | March 15 | April 15 |
| 4+1 Master of Public Policy* | Summer/Fall | March 15 | April 15 |
| Master of Public Policy and Administration | Fall | March 15 | April 15 |
Late applications for will be considered on the basis of program space. Please contact @email or @email if considering applying after the April 15 deadline.
*4+1 applicants should apply during their junior year to the summer or fall of the term they will start the graduate portion of the program.
**MS DACSS and MPP applicants are able to select whether they begin their course with summer online courses or in-person in the fall.
Online Programs
| Programs of Study | Start Date | Priority Admission Deadline | Regular Admission Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS in DACSS | Spring | N/A | November 30 |
| MS in DACSS | Summer | N/A | April 15 |
| MS in DACSS | Fall | N/A | April 15 |
| Master of Public Policy | Spring | N/A | November 30 |
| Master of Public Policy | Summer | N/A | April 15 |
| Master of Public Policy | Fall | N/A | April 15 |
| Graduate Certificates | Any Term | N/A | Register through University+ |
Late applications for will be considered on the basis of program space. Please contact @email or @email if considering applying after the April 15 deadline.
Dual Masters Programs – with Master of Public Policy and Administration
| Programs of Study | Start Date | Priority Admission Deadline | Regular Admission Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Education in Higher Education/Master of Public Policy and Administration | Fall | N/A | December 1 |
| Master of Business Administration/Master of Public Policy and Administration | Fall | N/A | February 1 |
| Master of Public Health/Master of Public Policy and Administration | Fall | N/A | February 1 |
| Master of Regional Planning/Master of Public Policy and Administration | Fall | N/A | February 1 |