Skip to main content
    Back to Programs
    Tufts University

    Master of Public Policy (MPP)

    Last verified against the official program page on .

    Medford, USMPPIn-person1 year
    $56,970.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    15
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Tufts University is a 30-credit, 1-year, in-person MPP program based in Medford, US. Tuition is $56,970.

    About the program

    Professional master's program for mid-career practitioners focusing on urban, social, and environmental policy issues through core courses in economics, quantitative reasoning, and policy seminars, plus policy-focused electives in areas like community development, housing, and climate change.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

    Your fit

    Match

    Pro users see a 0 to 100 match score personalized to their academic profile, plus a per-component breakdown (major, GPA, tests, work experience, and more).

    Admissions

    Pro

    Unlock full admissions requirements

    GPA thresholds, GRE/TOEFL/IELTS minimums, essay counts, recommendation letters, prerequisites, admissions contacts, and country-specific requirements like APS certification, portfolio submissions, or GATE scores.

    Sign in to view - it's free

    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Many of our graduate programs are currently waiving the GRE requirement. GRE scores are only reviewed if required by the program.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min A TOEFL score of 90, an IELTS score of 6.5, and a Duolingo English Test score of 110 are generally advised
    IELTS
    required
    Min A TOEFL score of 90, an IELTS score of 6.5, and a Duolingo English Test score of 110 are generally advised

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $135,000.00
    Avg starting salary
    $26,734.00
    Annual living cost

    Application Checklist

    Sign in to track what you need to submit for this program.

    Sign in
    See admits on GradCafe
    Self-reported profiles of past applicants to this program.

    Prerequisites

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

    Recommendations

    Exact count of letters required, whether academic vs professional references are preferred, and any program-specific guidance on who to ask.

    Essays

    Number of essays required (statement of purpose, personal statement, diversity statement), prompts where the program publishes them, and whether supplemental essays are optional or mandatory.

    Contact

    Direct email and phone for the admissions office handling this program, plus a link to the program-specific inquiry page where available.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Tufts University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Tufts University is $56,970 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Tufts University online or in-person?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Tufts University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Tufts University take to complete?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Tufts University is structured around 1 year and 30 credits.
    How large is the Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Tufts University cohort?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Tufts University typically enrolls around 15 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Tufts University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Tufts University: 12 months OPT (US)