MPP Public Policy (Science and Technology Policy) at Arizona State University

Programme overview

The Master of Public Policy program allows you to approach the study of public policy with a focus on public policy in the urban setting. The program trains you to lead by making positive policy decisions; addressing the difficult questions associated with public policy; and managing the process of policy creation, approval, implementation and evaluation. You also gain an understanding of policies addressing issues such as poverty, education, the environment and public safety.

Faculty: Watts College of Public Service & Community Solutions | Department: School of Public Affairs | Duration: 42 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tempe, AZ, United States

What you will study

42 credit hours including the required capstone course (PAF 509) Required Core (27 credit hours) PAF 501 Public Service Research I (3) PAF 502 Public Service Research II (3) PAF 504 Microeconomics of Public Policy I (3) PAF 505 Public Policy Analysis (3) PAF 540 Advanced Policy Analysis (3) PAF 541 Program Evaluation (3) PAF 570 Microeconomics of Public Policy II (3) PAF 573 Applied Econometrics (3) PAF 574 Diversity, Ethics and Leading Public Change (3) Concentration (6 credit hours) HSD 501 Science and Technology Policy (3) PAF 591 Topic: Innovation Policy and Management (3) Restricted Electives (6 credit hours) Culminating Experience (3 credit hours) PAF 509 Public Affairs Capstone (3) Additional Curriculum Information Students should see the academic unit for a complete list of approved electives.

Career pathways

Graduates with this degree are prepared to pursue a career in a field related to public administration or public policy. This may include opportunities as either a manager or policy analyst in a local, state or federal agency; nonprofit organization; or private organization that interfaces with public sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions. Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program. All applicants must submit: graduate admission application and application fee official transcripts two letters of recommendation written statement proof of English proficiency Additional Application Information An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency. Additional requirements for international students are on the international graduate admission website. Applicants may also submit a resume or other documents.

Domestic applicants: USD 13,327 a year (2026-27). Arizona resident tuition. Tuition only for the graduate on-campus (Tempe/Downtown Phoenix/Polytechnic/West Valley) rate band in the ASU tuition estimator, 2026-27: Fall 2026 plus Spring 2027 term tuition summed (full-time flat rate; part-time credit loads Source

International applicants: USD 24,780 a year (2026-27). International tuition. Tuition only for the graduate on-campus (Tempe/Downtown Phoenix/Polytechnic/West Valley) rate band in the ASU tuition estimator, 2026-27: Fall 2026 plus Spring 2027 term tuition summed (full-time flat rate; part-time credit loads ar Source

Entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer; the terms available for each programme are listed in Degree Search.

Graduate application deadlines are set by each programme office and listed in Degree Search; the application opens almost a year before the start term. The nonrefundable application fee is $75 for U.S. citizens, permanent residents, DACA and international online students outside the U.S., and $120 for international students on a nonimmigrant visa studying in the U.S. Apply with ASU's graduate application (Law applicants use the law college's site); GRE/GMAT requirements vary by programme.

Apply through the official page: https://admission.asu.edu/apply/graduate/admission

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