Public PolicyNorth America

453 Master's degrees in Public Policy in North America

University of the Pacific4,1(21)

Stockton, United States Top 10% in Worldwide

Public Policy

The Master of Public Policy (MPP) program at University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law prepares students to effectively analyze and design public policy. At McGeorge, MPP students gain valuable work experience from extensive internships and job opportunities in California’s capital.

Master Full-time +2 Blended

2 years$33,000/yr

University of California, San Diego4,2(14)

San Diego, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Climate Science and Policy

The Master of Advanced Studies in Climate Science and Policy (MAS CSP) Program at the University of California, San Diego is a one-year masters degree that fills an increasing global need for scientific, policy, and communication professionals to take action in response to the threats posed by climate change and to help effectuate the ongoing transition to a low carbon society.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$29,532/yr

University of Northern Colorado4,2(33)

Greeley, United States

Sociology - Applied

The Sociology - Applied programme at the University of Northern Colorado is a professional Master of Arts degree designed for completion over four semesters. Delivered in-person at the Greeley campus, this 30-credit curriculum offers a flexible, full-time study mode focused on social research and community engagement.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$28,321/yr

University of Texas at Austin4,3(27)

Austin, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Education Policy and Planning

At the Education Policy and Planning MEd program from University of Texas at Austin, students gain a theoretical foundation in policy implementation, politics, school law, poverty and educational policy, and critical policy analysis.

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

1 year$18,032/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Education Policy and Leadership

The Education Policy and Leadership at American University Washington DC will give you the tools to shape the future of education.

M.Ed. Full-time +2 On-campus +3

1½ year$41,600/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

Westfield State University3,5(2)

Westfield, United States

Public Administration - Nonprofit Management

Public Administration - Nonprofit Management from Westfield State University provides students with both theoretical and practical knowledge to manage a successful non-profit organization.

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

1 year$15,516/yr

Harvard University4,0(168)

Cambridge, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Government

Explore the institutions of government, politics, policy, and the systems used to govern communities and nation-states. In this Government master offered by Harvard University, you gain a deeper understanding of the complex role of governmental organizations within society.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$3,440/module

The University of the West Indies4,0(212)

Bridgetown, Barbados +1

Governance and Public Policy

The M.Phil. in Governance and Public Policy at The University of the West Indies is a research-oriented programme with supervision in the areas of social policy (including human resource development); governance and public policy; economic development policy and management; and integration theory and practice.

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

2 years$2,100/yr

Indiana University Northwest4,0(2)

Gary, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Public Affairs

The Public Affairs degree from the Indiana University Northwest is built by doers. Here, your education will be shaped by the real-world problems you solve in Northwest Indiana and beyond. And, here, you can achieve your MPA faster than it takes to complete a traditional program.

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

1 year$17,466/yr

Walden University4,4(15)

Online

Public Administration - Law and Public Policy

Explore strategies for creating and implementing programs and projects that promote positive social change through the Master of Public Administration - Law and Public Policy program from Walden University.

M.P.A. Part-time Online

1 year, 3 months$17,916/yr

University of Southern California4,1(63)

Los Angeles, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

International Public Policy and Management

With the International Public Policy and Management program offered at University of Southern California, you’ll develop skills in public policy and management, innovative problem solving, and gain international connections vital to addressing global issues.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$41,472/yr

New York University4,3(114)

New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Public and Nonprofit Management and Policy

With NYU Wagner's interdisciplinary Public and Nonprofit Management and Policy coursework in finance, policy, and management, and NYC as your urban laboratory at New York University, you'll be prepared to address the most pressing issues of our time in the many fields, sectors, and policy arenas that your career will span.

M.P.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$57,480/yr

Pennsylvania State University4,4(39)

University Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Engineering, Law, and Policy

The MELP Engineering, Law, and Policy program at Pennsylvania State University will prepare students from diverse backgrounds in engineering to address societal change, the rapid progress of technology and globalization, and become innovative leaders of change.

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

1 year$48,662/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Public Policy - Middle Eastern Studies (Online)

Have you ever wanted to pursue a career in Middle Eastern affairs, work for the U.S. government, or expand your current knowledge of international affairs? Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Public Policy - Middle Eastern Studies (Online) can help set you on a career path for job placement in several areas of government.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online

2 years$11,610/yr

University of Maryland4,1(14)

College Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Public Policy and Social Work

The School offers a wide variety of master’s programs, joint degree programs, graduate certificate programs, and one of the nation’s premier doctorate programs. The Public Policy and Social Work programme is offered at the University of Maryland .

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$28,170/yr

University of Texas at Austin4,3(27)

Austin, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Information Studies and Global Policy Studies

The Information Studies and Global Policy Studies MSc/MGPS program offered at University of Texas Austin combines advanced studies of government, non-profit agencies and global policy with a focus on knowledge and practice needed to make meaningful contributions in information organizations such as government agencies, libraries, archives, schools, museums and beyond.

Master Full-time On-campus

3 years$18,758/yr

University of Southern California4,1(63)

Los Angeles, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Homeland Security and Public Policy Certificate

The Homeland Security and Public Policy Certificate program offered by University of Southern California is a two-year program designed for students who already have a substantial undergraduate background in social sciences or relevant professional experience in subjects such as international relations, political science, environmental studies and social sciences.

Master Full-time On-campus

$74,010/full

George Mason University4,1(103)

Arlington, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Graduate Pathway in Environmental Science and Policy

The Graduate Pathway in Environmental Science and Policy, Pre-Master from INTO George Mason University students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway program in Environmental Science and Policy are assured progression to a Mason graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

½ year$21,130/full

George Washington University4,2(39)

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

International Policy and Practice

The International Policy and Practice program at George Washington University examines the national and international policy responses to these problems, including the operations of the intelligence community, the military, diplomats, and international economic policymakers.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$91,200/yr