Master of Public Policy (MPP)
University of Denver, Josef Korbel School of International Studies
Key Information
Campus location
Denver, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
USD 39,930 / per year *
Application deadline
Request info
Earliest start date
Oct 2024
* Tuition is the same for domestic and international students and each program is 60 credit hours.
Introduction
The master's of public policy (MPP) is a 60-hour, two-year program. The MPP gives you the opportunity to analyze, create, and articulate innovative public policies responsive to the most challenging issues facing this nation, while respecting and supporting your passion to serve responsibly.
Admissions
Curriculum
Master of public policy students must complete:
- 7 core courses (28 total hours)
- 6 Great Issues Forums (12 total hours)
- Policy Memorandum (4 hours)
- 16 hours of elective credit
The required courses build a broad perspective of policy while giving students the capabilities for strong analysis and quantitative skill. In addition, MPP students are encouraged to pursue customized concentrations.
ACADEMIC EMPHASIS
In conjunction with other graduate programs at the University of Denver, MPP students can take specialized and approved courses in various policy specific areas. Policy emphasis is available in the following areas:
- education policy
- business and government
- energy and environmental policy
- social policy and nonprofit management
- communications and public affairs
Each emphasis has a distinct list of requirements that will fulfill the MPP elective credits. Additionally, students are encouraged to explore experiential learning opportunities such as internships in their specific areas of emphasis as well as complete the required Policy Memorandum on a topic that is relevant to the specialization.
A typical full-time student schedule will include 10 credit hours per quarter (3 quarters a year).
Scholarships and Funding
The Institute for Public Policy Studies recognizes a graduate education is an important investment for its students. We strive to provide competitive scholarship funding for students who demonstrate merit.
Tuition information — MPP students take a full course load per quarter, which is calculated per credit hour.
Scholarship — The Institute for Public Policy Studies provides several departmental scholarships. All applicants that meet the application priority deadline will be automatically considered for scholarship funding.
Financial aid — We encourage students to work with the Office of Financial Aid for additional funding opportunities.
Program Admission Requirements
Demonstrate your commitment and readiness to succeed in business school by taking the GMAT exam – the most widely used exam for admissions that measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills.
Download the GMAT mini quiz to get a flavour of the questions you’ll find in the exam.