Cambridge,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master in Public Policy - Democracy, Politics and Institutions in Cambridge United States | Harvard University
Harvard University
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Cambridge United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
57,660
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master in Public Policy (MPP) program equips you with both broad perspectives and specialized skills for a rewarding career in public service. Your first year includes foundational courses in key areas: Economics, Ethics, Leadership, Negotiation, Political Science, Policy Development, and Data Analysis. The year concludes with Spring Exercise - an intensive two-week simulation where you'll synthesize first-year concepts. Typically, students complete a policy-focused internship after their first year. In your second year, you'll undertake the Policy Analysis Exercise, a hands-on thesis project. Our academic setting fosters intellectual curiosity, allowing you to explore diverse policy fields. The 12-credit DPI curriculum examines political systems and governance globally, covering subjects like: Presidential and Congressional operations, Media influence, Comparative political systems, and Analytical approaches to policy challenges.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Additional analytical and quantitative résumé or statement, which vary by program
Three strong letters of recommendation from individuals in academia or other professional sectors who know you well and can tell us about your qualifications for our programs
Academic transcripts that include your institution's name, course names, grades you received, and proof of your degree (if received)
Standardized test scores (GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, IELTS, and Cambridge English), which vary by program.
GRE or GMAT scores are required to apply to the MPP program. Standardized tests are just one component of our holistic evaluation process, but we have found GRE or GMAT scores to be an effective way to document preparation for the quantitative elements of the MPP core curriculum.
100 on the internet-based TOEFL (iBT) either in-person or on the Home Edition. The most competitive applicants will also have a minimum of 25 on each sub-section.
7 overall band score on the IELTS. The most competitive applicants will also have a minimum of 7 on each section.
185 on Level C1 or Level C2 proficiency on the Cambridge English. The most competitive applicants will also have a minimum of 185 on each section.
Tuition
USD
57,660