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    Joint MPP/MA in Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration

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    Chicago, USMpp/maIn-person3 years
    $76,608.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    2700
    Credits

    Joint MPP/MA in Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration at University of Chicago is a 2700-credit, 3-year, in-person Mpp/ma program based in Chicago, US. Tuition is $76,608.

    About the program

    The program combines public policy training from Harris School with social work, social policy, and social administration from Crown Family School over three years, including core courses in analytical politics, statistics, microeconomics, and social intervention methods. Students complete internships in social work and policy-related fields.

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    13 (QS World University Rankings 2026) | US News & World Report: #9 (Best Public Affairs Programs, tie) — University of Chicago
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE not required (SSA); GRE optional/waiver available (Harris MPP)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 104 overall (iBT) with sub-score of 26 in each category (Crown Family School/SSA)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7 overall, with sub-scores of 7 in each category (Crown Family School/SSA)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,750.00
    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 Joint MPP/MA in Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration at University of Chicago cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Joint MPP/MA in Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration at University of Chicago is $76,608 across 2700 required credits.
    Is Joint MPP/MA in Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration at University of Chicago online or in-person?
    Joint MPP/MA in Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration at University of Chicago is offered in-person.
    How long does Joint MPP/MA in Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration at University of Chicago take to complete?
    Joint MPP/MA in Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration at University of Chicago is structured around 3 years and 2700 credits.
    What GPA is required for Joint MPP/MA in Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration at University of Chicago?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2.7 cumulative GPA
    What work-permit options follow Joint MPP/MA in Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration at University of Chicago?
    Post-completion work rights for Joint MPP/MA in Social Work, Social Policy, and Social Administration at University of Chicago: 12 months OPT (US)