Amherst,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Public Policy and Administration in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Amherst
University of Massachusetts Amherst
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,276
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The UMass Amherst Master's in Public Policy and Administration (MPPA) program equips you with essential expertise, hands-on training, and leadership capabilities for impactful careers across government, nonprofit, and corporate sectors.
Our MPPA coursework establishes robust analytical frameworks applicable to diverse policy challenges, featuring core studies in public administration, policy economics, research methodologies, and data analysis.
Customize your academic journey through specialized electives including conflict resolution, makerspace management, social impact ventures, policy development, and studies in systemic inequality.
The program emphasizes practical application through mandatory summer internships, a culminating capstone project, and career-focused workshops.
Enhance your qualifications by combining your MPPA with complementary degrees in business, education administration, health policy, urban planning, or by developing a customized concentration.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The Master of Public Policy and Administration (MPPA) admissions committee assesses each student's application based on academic record, letters of recommendation, work or volunteer experience, and demonstrated commitment to or passion for public service.
We prefer applicants to have at least two years of work experience in a job related to public policy or administration but do admit strong students who have just completed their undergraduate degrees if they have demonstrated a commitment to public service. For those students, greater weight is given to traditional academic criteria, such as undergraduate records, than for students with professional experience.
Application Requirements
Completed application form
Statement of purpose
Transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work
Two letters of recommendation
International students should review Graduate School international applicant policies for any additional requirements
The GRE is not required for the MPPA program, although applicants can submit their scores if they choose.
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 80
Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 115
We prefer applicants to have at least two years of work experience in a job related to public policy or administration but do admit strong students who have just completed their undergraduate degrees if they have demonstrated a commitment to public service. For those students, greater weight is given to traditional academic criteria, such as undergraduate records, than for students with professional experience.
Application Requirements
Completed application form
Statement of purpose
Transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work
Two letters of recommendation
International students should review Graduate School international applicant policies for any additional requirements
The GRE is not required for the MPPA program, although applicants can submit their scores if they choose.
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 80
Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 115
Tuition
USD
32,276