Public PolicyNorth America

453 Master's degrees in Public Policy in North America

The City University of New York4,2(40)

New York City, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Public Service Management

The Public Service Management programme at The City University of New York is a professional Master of Public Administration. This graduate degree focuses on civic leadership and strategic management. It is designed for diverse professionals seeking to transform public institutions through hands-on, real-world practice.

M.P.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$19,237/yr

Teachers College at Columbia University4,8(4)

New York City, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Education Policy

Our main master’s degree is the M.A. The overwhelming majority of our non-doctoral students enter the Master of Arts degree program. However, at Teachers College at Columbia University we offer the Master of Education (Ed.M.) for students who have already acquired an M.A. with at least some coursework with Education Policy content.

M.Ed. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$63,930/yr

University of California, Berkeley4,3(94)

Berkeley, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Public Affairs

Designed for mid-career policy leaders in the public, private and non-profit sectors, the Public Affairs program's curriculum at University of California, Berkeley focuses on economic analysis, management, strategic thinking, ethical leadership, and negotiations.

M.P.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$6,570/yr

Hofstra University4,5(12)

Hempstead, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Graduate Pathway in Public Health

This Graduate Pathway in Public Health, Pre-Master from INTO Hofstra University will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Hofstra University.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$43,990/yr

George Washington University4,2(39)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Digital Politics

Since the first serious use of online campaigning by John McCain in 2000, online tools such as web advertising, interactive websites, complex social networking, and virtual fundraising have become central to success in politics, and especially in campaigns. The Digital Politics program is offered at George Washington University.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus

1½ year$22,560/yr

Brandeis University4,3(7)

Waltham, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Global Health Policy and Management

The Heller Master of Science in Global Health Policy and Management degree at Brandeis University is an accelerated, nine-month program focused on health systems strengthening and global health policy, housed at a top-ranked school for social policy.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$59,600/yr

University of Maryland4,1(14)

College Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership

The Department of Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership (TLPL) at University of Maryland is one of three departments within the College of Education. Departmental programs encourage thoughtful and responsive explorations of education policies, practices and related social issues.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$56,340/yr

The University of Maine3,9(14)

Orono, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Global Policy

The MA Global Policy degree at The University of Maine is a two-year Master’s program consisting of 33 credits that is open to students with a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,528/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Public Policy - Public Administration (Online)

Liberty University’s Public Policy - Public Administration (Online) degree will challenge you to combine biblical principles with your career in policymaking and public administration. At Liberty University, we strive to demonstrate Christ-like characteristics and ultimately use the power of faith and education to transform people and the world.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online

2 years$11,610/yr

Rutgers University4,2(61)

Newark, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Public Policy and Business Administration (Dual Degree)

The Public Policy and Business Administration (Dual Degree) course of Rutgers University prepares you for challenging public and private-sector careers at all levels of government and in not-for-profit organizations.

Master Full-time On-campus

3 years$57,336/yr

University of Maryland4,1(14)

College Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Public Policy and Law

The Public Policy and Law from University of Maryland is one of the nation’s leading graduate programs devoted to the study of public policy, management and international affairs, with particular expertise in the fields of environmental policy, energy policy, international development, international security and economic policy, health policy, education policy, social policy, and public finance.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$28,170/yr

Oklahoma State University4,3(6)

Online Top 3% in Worldwide

Aging Studies (Online)

Aging Studies (Online) from Oklahoma State University is a multidisciplinary field of social scientists, biologists, health care professionals, economists and others who focus on aging.

M.Sc. Part-time Online

3 years$20,786/yr

Suffolk University4,8(4)

Boston, United States

Applied Politics

Suffolk University’s Master’s in Applied Politics (MAAP) program focuses on the American political system, electoral and advocacy campaigns, and public policy. We provide a foundation of knowledge in how to access and influence the political process.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$46,800/yr

University of Denver4,7(6)

Denver, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Public Policy

Public Policy at the University of Denver is a critical time in our history. The challenges we are facing are complex, but the opportunities for impact are extraordinary.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$51,090/yr

Columbia University4,3(91)

Manhattan, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Economic Policy Management

The students in the Economic Policy Management program at Columbia University, a STEM-designated MPA-EPM program gain the skills they need to become highly accomplished policymakers and professionals in market economies

M.P.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$107,052/yr

University of Virginia4,3(35)

Charlottesville, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Public Health – Public Policy (Dual Degree)

The School of Medicine’s Department of Public Health Sciences, and the Batten School from University of Virginia offer a dual degree program that leads to the completion of the Public Health – Public Policy (Dual Degree) in three years instead of the four years that would be required if each degree were pursued independently.

Master Full-time On-campus

3 years$56,536/yr

Indiana University Bloomington4,0(196)

Online Top 1% in Worldwide

Political Science (Online)

Indiana University Bloomington offers a Political Science (Online) M.A.T. degree. IU Online is the nation’s leading provider of online graduate programs for teachers. With IU Online, you get IU faculty, IU courses, and IU degrees.

M.A.T. Part-time Online

1 year$27,271/yr

North Dakota State University3,5(2)

Fargo, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Public Policy

The Public Policy master is offered by North Dakota State University. NDSU’s Master of Public Policy (MPP) program provides rigorous training that meets regional, national, and international needs for policy design and program evaluation. The hybrid format means students may attend classes in-person or attend remotely in real time.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$28,152/yr

Simmons University4,1(7)

Boston, United States

Public Policy

Simmons University’s Master in Public Policy (MPP) Degree provides an interdisciplinary understanding of complex, ever-evolving societal problems and their potential solutions. The MPP degree builds analytical skills and data-driven research ability to better serve local, national, and global communities.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$35,400/yr

Vanderbilt University4,6(5)

Nashville, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

International Education Policy and Management

The International Education Policy and Management program of Vanderbilt University will equip you with the skills needed to address contemporary public policy issues facing education and informal learning environments around the world.

M.Ed. Full-time On-campus

2 years$43,290/yr