Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Juris Doctor / Master of Public Policy in Chicago United States | Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago
|
Chicago United States
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Qualification
Combined Graduate / Doctoral Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
20,250
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Focusing on practical solutions, the JD/Master of Public Policy program teaches you to develop impactful approaches for shaping, executing, and upholding government policies. As a future advocate across different branches of government (legislative, judicial, or executive), you'll apply legal expertise to serve the public good. The program prepares you for diverse professional environments, from courtrooms and legislative chambers to policy think tanks, addressing broad social and regulatory challenges.
Career opportunities for graduates span government bodies, nonprofit groups, advocacy roles, lobbying positions, and private sector companies.
You'll fulfill all academic requirements for both JD and MPP degrees while customizing your coursework to align with your professional aspirations and personal interests.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Application requirements for the Public Policy MPP include:
Transcripts
3 Letters of Recommendation
Statement of Purpose
A completed application
Official transcripts showing conferral of your undergraduate degree
In some cases, reference letters and statements
After we have received all required application materials, please allow a minimum of two weeks for an admission decision.
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work. To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show an earned bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable, faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts, we have them on record. Copies of transcripts or transcripts not received in a sealed envelope from the university are considered unofficial. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts. We strongly encourage electronic submission of documents. Official transcripts should show a GPA of 3.0 or higher. In exceptional cases, applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 3.0 may be admitted.
For the TOEFL, a minimum score of 79 on the iBT
For the IELTS, a minimum score of 6.0 is required.
Transcripts
3 Letters of Recommendation
Statement of Purpose
A completed application
Official transcripts showing conferral of your undergraduate degree
In some cases, reference letters and statements
After we have received all required application materials, please allow a minimum of two weeks for an admission decision.
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work. To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show an earned bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable, faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts, we have them on record. Copies of transcripts or transcripts not received in a sealed envelope from the university are considered unofficial. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts. We strongly encourage electronic submission of documents. Official transcripts should show a GPA of 3.0 or higher. In exceptional cases, applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 3.0 may be admitted.
For the TOEFL, a minimum score of 79 on the iBT
For the IELTS, a minimum score of 6.0 is required.
Tuition
USD
20,250