Master of Public Policy and Master of Regional Planning

The MPPAMRP program prepares students for meaningful and effective careers at the national, state, and local levels in public policy, management, and economic development and planning.Students may begin their studies in either program. It is best to complete a full year in one program before beginning the second program. Students fulfill the core requirements of the other program during the second year, then fulfill the remaining requirements of both programs in the third year.

Basic admission requirements and procedures of the University Graduate School and the Department are as follows: Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent from an accredited college or university with recognized standing. Minimum undergraduate cumulative grade point average of 3.0. In addition to the information required on the application form: One copy of official transcripts of all previous college work (undergraduate and any graduate work); two letters of recommendation; and a personal statement that outlines your goals for graduate study (1-3 pages).