Master of Public Policy and MS in Data Analytics and Computational Social Science (DACSS)

The dual Master of Public Policy/MS in Data Analytics and Computational Social Science (MS in DACSS) program uniquely prepares students for a changemaking, data-informed career in the government, nonprofit, or private sector. You’ll graduate with an advanced technical and quantitative toolkit and the deep understanding of the policymaking process, program evaluation, and strategy needed to address the most pressing policy challenges of our day. If you're interested in being fluent in both data analysis and policy in order to analyze, contextualize, and drive decision-making, this is the program for you. 

Students in the dual MPP/MS in DACSS take both programs concurrently, and full-time students can complete the full program in just two years of study, all while graduating with two degrees in hand. The program is also open to part-time and online students who can complete the program at their own pace. You get to decide the speed at which you finish - we are flexible. 

Applicants should use the UMass Amherst Graduate School's Application Portal to apply to the dual MPP/MS in DACSS. Applicants can review application requirements and criteria for both the MPP and MS in DACSS here. 

Application Deadline: April 15