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    Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.)

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    New Brunswick, USMPPIn-person2 years
    $73,992.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    42%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits

    Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MPP program based in New Brunswick, US. Tuition is $73,992.

    About the program

    The program prepares students for careers in policy analysis, politics, and public affairs in public, nonprofit, or private sectors through core courses in policy formation, economics, management, finance, and research design, plus electives including a concentration in a policy area. Students complete 48 credits with no thesis requirement.

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min International student applicants must provide a TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo set of scores.
    IELTS
    required
    Min International student applicants must provide a TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo set of scores.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $65,900.00
    Avg starting salary
    $19,158.00
    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 (M.P.P.) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick is $73,992 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick online or in-person?
    Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick take to complete?
    Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick?
    Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick reports an acceptance rate of approximately 42%.
    How large is the Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick cohort?
    Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick typically enrolls around 30 students per cohort.