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    Master of Public Policy (MPP)

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    Washington, USMPPIn-person2 years
    $83,640.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    40
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at George Washington University is a 40-credit, 2-year, in-person MPP program based in Washington, US. Tuition is $83,640.

    About the program

    The program requires 40 credits including core policy courses, tools of analysis, a policy field of study, electives, and a capstone project. Students select a field of study tailored to their interests.

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    US News Public Affairs #16 (TSPPPA)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The Graduate Records Examination (GRE) is no longer required for applicants to the Trachtenberg School. Optional: Submit GRE Exam Scores... If you think they will supplement your application, you can have your scores from a test taken in the last five years sent directly from ETS to GW
    TOEFL
    required
    Min The recommended minimum TOEFL score for admission to The Trachtenberg School is 600 on the paper-based test, 270 on the computer-based test, 100 on the internet-based test. TOEFL scores may not be more than two years old.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min The Trachtenberg School's recommended minimum for the academic IELTS is an overall band score of 7.0, with no individual band score below 6.0.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,600.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Public Policy (MPP) at George Washington University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Policy (MPP) at George Washington University is $83,640 across 40 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Policy (MPP) at George Washington University online or in-person?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at George Washington University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Public Policy (MPP) at George Washington University take to complete?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at George Washington University is structured around 2 years and 40 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Public Policy (MPP) at George Washington University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Public Policy (MPP) at George Washington University: 12 months OPT (US)