Public PolicyNorth America

453 Master's degrees in Public Policy in North America

Columbia University New York - School of Professional Studies4,3(91)

Manhattan, United States

Political Analytics

This Political Analytics course from Columbia University New York - School of Professional Studies offers flexibility to learn from anywhere.

M.Sc. Part-time On-campus

3 years$32,952/yr

Portland State University4,1(47)

Portland, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Public Policy

This Public Policy degree from Portland State University is designed to meet the growing demand for public policy professionals.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$18,630/yr

The University of Iowa4,3(3)

Iowa City, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Public Affairs

The Public Affairs program at the The University of Iowa educates public affairs leaders who will creatively and knowledgeably address society’s most critical issues and contribute to addressing the grand challenges of the 21st century.

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

2 years$32,776/yr

Oklahoma State University4,3(6)

Stillwater, United States +1 Top 3% in Worldwide

Developmental and Family Science

The Developmental and Family Science from Oklahoma State University integrates integrating theory, research and application to address key issues that affect individual and family risk and resilience.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$20,786/yr

Emory University4,3(38)

Atlanta, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Religion and Public Life

The Master of Religion and Public Life from Emory University explores the dynamics of faith in the public sphere. The program is not for those interested in ordination but rather individuals who seek specialized training to enhance their ability to serve the church and the world in other capacities.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +3

1 year$27,500/yr

DePaul University4,0(20)

Chicago, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Public Policy

The master’s in Public Policy (MPP) program from DePaul University gives you the skills, experience and analytical tools to help shape governmental policies that influence our local, regional and national agendas.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2

2 years, 3 months$18,766/yr

University of Baltimore4,3(3)

Baltimore, United States

Negotiations and Conflict Management

This dual-degree Negotiations and Conflict Management program at the University of Baltimore with the UB School of Law is an opportunity to develop skills for a variety of positions in government, nonprofit or private organizations that require knowledge of the law and an ability to manage conflict.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$22,086/yr

Columbia University4,3(91)

Manhattan, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Education Policy

The Education Policy programme from Columbia University is 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$38,358/yr

University of California, Irvine (UCI)4,4(7)

Irvine, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Public Policy

The Public Policy program at University of California, Irvine (UCI) educates the next generation of public policy experts to meet the unique multifaceted challenges of the 21st century.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$25,007/yr

George Mason University4,1(103)

Arlington, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Graduate Pathway in Environmental Science and Policy - Environmental Science and Policy

The Graduate Pathway in Environmental Science and Policy - 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

Florida State University4,4(380)

Tallahassee, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Education Policy and Evaluation

As a graduate student in Education Policy and Evaluation at Florida State University, you will have the opportunity to be a part of groundbreaking research. You will learn with highly acclaimed faculty, not just from them.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$21,129/yr

Royal Roads University4,0(5)

Online

Science and Policy of Climate Change

The Graduate Certificate in Science and Policy of Climate Change at the Royal Roads University is the first of its kind in Canada. You'll begin your programme by examining current science and policy innovations.

Postgraduate Certificate Part-time Online

1 year$7,385/yr

University of Kansas4,6(8)

Lawrence, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Education and Social Policy

This Education and Social Policy program from University of Kansas offers an individualized student experience that addresses essential questions in education and can be completed in less than two calendar years.

M.Ed. Full-time On-campus

2 years$20,712/yr

New York University4,3(114)

New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Global Public Service Leaders

The Global Public Service Leaders at New York University is designed for professionals who have a minimum of eight years of work experience, with progressively increasing management and leadership responsibility, as well as a background or strong interest in international development management and policy.

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

1 year$57,480/yr

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)4,2(74)

Beverly Hills, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Public Policy

The Public Policy programme at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is a two-year, full-time professional degree. It equips students with advanced quantitative and analytical tools to lead in a changing world. This on-ground course focuses on practical policy solutions and requires a 400-hour field internship.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$36,297/yr

Virginia Commonwealth University4,1(14)

Richmond, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Social Work with a concentration in administration, planning and policy practice

The Social Work with a concentration in administration, planning and policy practice program at Virginia Commonwealth University prepares graduates to become leaders skilled in analyzing, formulating, implementing and evaluating policies, plans and programs.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2

2 years$33,008/yr

Suffolk University4,8(4)

Boston, United States

Public Administration - Global Public Policy

The Public Administration - Global Public Policy dual-degree program from Suffolk University will allow you to master the pragmatics of international regulation, institutions, and governance, while developing your political abilities and refining your leadership skills.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$38,988/yr

University of New Orleans4,4(8)

New Orleans, United States

Urban and Regional Planning

The program of study leading to the Urban and Regional Planning degree from the University of New Orleans provides professional training to students in preparation for careers in the public, private and non-profit sectors of urban and regional planning.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$13,678/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Public Policy - Chinese Affairs (Online)

Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Public Policy - Chinese Affairs (Online) can help set you on a career path that involves working to understand China’s global presence, ambitions, and the threat they may pose to the free world.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online

2 years$11,610/yr

Carnegie Mellon University4,3(24)

Pittsburgh, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Master of Science in Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics Track

The Data Analytics track of our Master of Science in Public Policy and Management program will train you to harness the power of data and analytic technologies to transform organizations that serve the public good. Our graduates have a unique skill set in the policy field and are highly sought by employers, including the top firms and agencies in our network.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$57,420/yr