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    Master of Public Policy (MPP)

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    Washington, USMPPIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $124,848.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    136
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Georgetown University is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MPP program based in Washington, US. Tuition is $124,848 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Provides core skills in economics, quantitative methods, management, and politics for policy design, analysis, and implementation. Includes core courses, electives, and a capstone experience with options for thesis or client-based project.

    Focus: both
    US News #16 (tie) Public Affairs
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Mar 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min There is no minimum score requirement for any section of these exams
    GMAT
    optional
    Min There is no minimum score requirement for any section of these exams
    TOEFL
    required
    Min minimum score of 100 (original TOEFL iBT score scale) or 5 (new TOEFL iBT score scale beginning January 21, 2026)
    IELTS
    required
    Min minimum overall band score of 7.0 (this is a strict requirement)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $22,185.00
    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 Georgetown University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Georgetown University is $124,848 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Georgetown University online or in-person?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Georgetown University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Georgetown University take to complete?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Georgetown University is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    Is Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Georgetown University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Georgetown University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Georgetown University cohort?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Georgetown University typically enrolls around 136 students per cohort.