At the UMass Amherst School of Public Policy, our goal is to make our graduate programs financially accessible to all students, whether in state, out of state, or international.
We offer Commonwealth Policy Fellowships, which recognize academic excellence and leadership potential. To be considered for a Commonwealth Policy Fellowship, apply by the March 15 priority funding deadline.
Accepted applicants will be notified of their funding award with their acceptance letter.
The University of Massachusetts’ Financial Aid Services provides detailed information on the options available to all prospective UMass graduate students.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to research all areas of financial aid that may be available to them, including fellowship opportunities for foreign nationals and domestic students.
Program Costs
For a breakdown of semester-by-semester tuition and fees, please visit the Office of the Bursar's Graduate Tuition page.
Massachusetts Residents:
• One-Year Master of Public Affairs:
Full-time students (12 or more credits)
First Summer:
Two online courses: $1,893/course (total: $3,846)
Internship/Practicum: $765
Total summer cost: $4,641
Full year in residence:
Tuition plus fees for 12 or more credits = $8,906/semester, or $17,813/year
Total program cost: $22,454
• 4+1 Master of Public Affairs:
Tuition plus fees for 12 or more credits = $8,906/semester, or $17,813/year
Internship/Practicum: $795
Total program cost: $18,608
• Two-Year Master of Public Policy & Administration:
Full year in residence:
Tuition plus fees for 12 or more credits = $8,906/semester, or $17,813/year
Total program cost, two years: $35,626
Out-of-State Students
• One-Year Master of Public Affairs:
Full-time students (12 or more credits)
First Summer:
Two online courses: $1,893/course (total: $3,846)
Internship/Practicum: $765
Total summer cost: $4,641
Full year in residence:
Tuition plus fees for 12 or more credits = $18,932/semester, or $37,864/year
Total program cost: $42,505
• 4+1 Master of Public Affairs:
Tuition plus fees for 12 or more credits = $18,932/semester, or $37,864/year
Internship/Practicum: $795
Total program cost: $38,659
• Two-Year Master of Public Policy & Administration:
Full year in residence:
Tuition plus fees for 12 or more credits = $18,932/semester, or $37,864/year
Total program cost, two years: $75,728
