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    Master of Public Policy (MPP)

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    Durham, USMPPIn-person2 years
    $112,056.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    41%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    80
    Cohort
    students
    51
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Duke University is a 51-credit, 2-year, in-person MPP program based in Durham, US. Tuition is $112,056.

    About the program

    Two-year program with core courses in policy analysis, data analysis, microeconomics, political analysis, ethics, management, and leadership, plus electives and concentrations in policy areas. Includes a master's capstone project.

    Focus: both
    #6 in Public Policy Analysis (US News)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 5, 2027
    Fall 2028
    Jan 5, 2028

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE (optional): As of Fall 2020, the GRE is optional. Applicants may choose to submit GRE scores for consideration, but they are not required.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL (minimum score of 100; scores of 110 or higher preferred)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS (minimum score of 7; scores of 7.5 and higher preferred)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $24,624.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Duke University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Duke University is $112,056 across 51 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Duke University online or in-person?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Duke University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Duke University take to complete?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Duke University is structured around 2 years and 51 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Duke University?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Duke University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 41%.
    How large is the Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Duke University cohort?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Duke University typically enrolls around 80 students per cohort.