MPP Public Policy at University of Utah

Programme overview

University of Utah's Master of Public Policy (MPP) program combines policy and economic analysis with quantitative sources for students to build the necessary analytical skills needed to effectively solve public policy problems. These core skills are valuable in national, state and local governments, "think tanks", consulting firms, non-profit groups and private companies throughout the United States and world.

Faculty: Coll of Soc & Behavioral Sci | Duration: 40 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Salt Lake City, UT, United States

What you will study

The programme is 40 credit hours. Successful completion of 40 hours of graduate work (31 from 10 required core courses and 9 elective hours) earning a “B” or higher in all core classes and a “C” or higher in all electives. Maintain an overall 3.0 GPA. Complete a Program of Study Form . Submit an Application for Graduate Degree to the Registrar's Office. Successfully complete a Capstone Project . For more information contact the Program Manager or visit our Department Page .

Career pathways

Career paths include Policy analyst, government relations manager, lobbyist, program director/manager, data scientist, budget analyst, consultant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should use the ApplyYourself application to apply to both the MPP program and the Graduate School. 2-3 page statement of purpose, indicating the candidate's interest in public policy and career objectives. A professional resume. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0.Graduate entrance exam scores (GRE, MAT, LSAT or GMAT accepted). Three recommendations from individuals qualified to evaluate the applicant's academic and/or professional potential. At least one recommendation should be from a current/former professor.

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.

Graduate applicants must meet the application deadlines and academic standards set by their academic department or programme; entry terms are set by each programme.

Graduate deadlines are set by each academic programme. The non-refundable graduate application fee is $55 for domestic applicants and $65 for international applicants. Some programmes require a programme-specific application in addition to the university application; international graduate applicants must also meet I-20 document deadlines.

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

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