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    Public Policy (M.P.P.)

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    University Park, USMPPIn-person2 years
    $86,580.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    31
    Cohort
    students
    43
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Public Policy (M.P.P.) at The Pennsylvania State University is a 43-credit, 2-year, in-person MPP program based in University Park, US. Tuition is $86,580.

    About the program

    Provides professional training in public policy rooted in social sciences including economics, political science, sociology, and psychology, with quantitative policy analysis and specialization in substantive policy areas.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Mar 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE is not required, however, prospective students may submit scores to be considered as part of the admissions decision.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 80 (minimum 19 on speaking section)
    IELTS
    required
    Min The minimum IELTS score required for admission is 7.0 (overall, and in each of the subsections).

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,700.00
    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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Public Policy (M.P.P.) at The Pennsylvania State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Public Policy (M.P.P.) at The Pennsylvania State University is $86,580 across 43 required credits.
    Is Public Policy (M.P.P.) at The Pennsylvania State University online or in-person?
    Public Policy (M.P.P.) at The Pennsylvania State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Public Policy (M.P.P.) at The Pennsylvania State University take to complete?
    Public Policy (M.P.P.) at The Pennsylvania State University is structured around 2 years and 43 credits.
    What GPA is required for Public Policy (M.P.P.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 overall undergraduate grade point ratio (on a 4.0 scale)
    How large is the Public Policy (M.P.P.) at The Pennsylvania State University cohort?
    Public Policy (M.P.P.) at The Pennsylvania State University typically enrolls around 31 students per cohort.