Graduate Programs

The UMass Amherst School of Public Policy offers a variety of graduate degree and certificate programs across public policy, public administration, data analytics, and public interest technology. Explore below to find the right program for you. 

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Graduate Degree Programs

Our innovative graduate programs are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of governance, management, data analysis, and evidence-based decision making for change-making careers in both the public and private sector. 

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

Online Graduate Degree Programs

Receive the practical and theoretical training you need for your career all on your own schedule with our fully online graduate programs. 

Online MS in DACSS Online MS in DACSS Online Master of Public Policy Online Master of Public Policy

4+1 Graduate Degree Programs

With our 4+1 master's programs, outstanding students from UMass Amherst and the 5 Colleges can begin taking graduate courses in their senior year, saving them time and money on their path to earning a graduate degree. 

4+1 MS in DACSS 4+1 MS in DACSS 4+1 Master of Public Policy 4+1 Master of Public Policy

Dual Degree Programs

Master of Public Policy and Administration students can opt to pursue a dual degree with a range of other master's programs across the UMass Amherst campus. 

Master of Public Policy and Administration/Master of Business Administration Dual Degree Master of Public Policy and Administration/Master of Business Administration Dual Degree Master of Public Policy and Administration/Master of Higher Education Dual Degree Master of Public Policy and Administration/Master of Higher Education Dual Degree Master of Public Policy and Administration/Master of Public Health Dual Degree Master of Public Policy and Administration/Master of Public Health Dual Degree Master of Public Policy and Administration/Master of Regional Planning Dual Degree Master of Public Policy and Administration/Master of Regional Planning Dual Degree

Graduate Certificates

Gain the specialized skills you need for your career with our online graduate certificates. Designed for your busy life, our online certificates allow you to earn valuable credentials without committing to a full master's program. 

Online Graduate Certificate and Advanced Certificate in DACSS Online Graduate Certificate and Advanced Certificate in DACSS Online Graduate Certificate in Public Policy and Management Online Graduate Certificate in Public Policy and Management Online Graduate Certificate in Public Interest Technology (PIT) Online Graduate Certificate in Public Interest Technology (PIT)

Connect with Our Team

Interested in one of the School of Public Policy's graduate programs but don't know where to start? Our team will be here to help you along the way. 

For MPA and MPPA inquiries, email @email. For MS in DACSS inquiries, email @email. 

Tess Bartman

Admissions Counselor

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Michael Marr

Associate Director of Recruitment

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Michael oversees the recruitment and admissions process at the School of Public Policy.
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