MPP Public Policy at George Washington University

Programme overview

GW's master of public policy (MPP) program, offered through its Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Public Administration, prepares students to dig deep into the data and the details even as they explore the theories and the why behind the public policy that shapes government. The curriculum balances coverage of public policy theory and practice with contemporary policy issues. Students complete a common core and select elective coursework in a field of study tailored to their unique interests and career objectives.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Public Policy and Public Administration | Duration: 9 credits | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Graduate Programs. 40 credits, including 19 credits in required core courses, 6 credits in tools courses, a minimum of 9 credits in a policy field, and 6 credits in elective courses. Students must complete a policy field of at least 9 credits.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications are made through the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences graduate admissions office; programme-specific requirements are published on the college application requirements page.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Offers of admission are valid for the semester stated in the admission letter; most graduate programmes use rolling admissions, and some review applications collectively after the deadline.

Graduate applications are submitted through the Graduate Application Center with a non-refundable $80 application fee; deadlines vary by programme and school. Processing usually takes four to six weeks.

Apply through the official page: https://columbian.gwu.edu/graduate-admissions-faq

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