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Graduate Certificate in Public Policy at University of Missouri-Columbia

University of Missouri-Columbia, United States

Programme overview

The graduate certificate in public policy offers students a strong foundation in the skills necessary to work effectively in the policy environment. Students will learn theories of the policy process, quantitative and qualitative research methods to analyze policy, and program evaluation. Students also have the opportunity to gain expertise in specific policy areas including education policy, environmental policy, health policy, social policy, and regional development policy.

Faculty: College of Arts and Science  |  Location: Columbia, MO, United States

What you will study

Students must complete 12 credit hours to receive the certificate. Some prerequisite courses may be necessary for students without prior coursework in statistics.

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Application information

USD 6,813 for the whole programme (2026-27). Estimated total tuition for the online programme (12 credit hours at $567.80 per credit hour), as illustrated by Mizzou Online for 2026-27; the page states online students pay online tuition regardless of residency. Excludes application fee, textbooks, co Source

Graduate programmes apply through the Graduate School online application for admission, which requires a qualifying bachelor degree and at least a 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of baccalaureate coursework; School of Law, School of Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine and Occupational Therapy Doctorate have their own application processes.

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.missouri.edu/admissions/

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