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    Public Policy (MPP)

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    Orlando, USMPPIn-person2 years
    $42,985.80
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    36
    Credits
    $31.25
    App fee

    Public Policy (MPP) at University of Central Florida is a 36-credit, 2-year, in-person MPP program based in Orlando, US. Tuition is $42,986.

    About the program

    The program covers public policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation across domains including urban policy, environmental policy, health policy, transportation, economic development, immigration, disaster policy, homeland security, and international policy. It includes core courses in public administration, policy analysis, economics, and electives with a capstone experience.

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    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT score of 80
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS band score of 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US) (STEM OPT extension not confirmed for this specific program).

    $22,000.00
    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 Public Policy (MPP) at University of Central Florida cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Public Policy (MPP) at University of Central Florida is $42,986 across 36 required credits.
    Is Public Policy (MPP) at University of Central Florida online or in-person?
    Public Policy (MPP) at University of Central Florida is offered in-person.
    How long does Public Policy (MPP) at University of Central Florida take to complete?
    Public Policy (MPP) at University of Central Florida is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Public Policy (MPP) at University of Central Florida?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    What work-permit options follow Public Policy (MPP) at University of Central Florida?
    Post-completion work rights for Public Policy (MPP) at University of Central Florida: 12 months OPT (US) (STEM OPT extension not confirmed for this specific program).