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The University of Virginia's School of Education and Human Development collaborates with the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy to provide a combined PhD/MPP degree program, typically completed within five to six years. The Education School's doctoral program and Batten's Master of Public Policy curriculum share numerous synergies, attracting exceptional students dedicated to enhancing policy results while featuring substantial course alignment. This dual degree initiative aims to capitalize on each school's strengths to advance shared objectives. Prospective students should note that the PhD/MPP track is exceptionally rigorous, and the accelerated timeline alone doesn't justify enrollment unless candidates can demonstrate how both degrees will directly benefit their professional aspirations.