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    University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus

    Public Administration, BA/Master of Public Policy

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    Denver, USMPPIn-person2 years
    $53,604.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    36
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Public Administration, BA/Master of Public Policy at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is a 36-credit, 2-year, in-person MPP program based in Denver, US. Tuition is $53,604.

    About the program

    Accelerated pathway program allowing high-performing undergraduate Public Administration students to earn a BA and Master of Public Policy. Covers policy design, implementation, analysis, quantitative and analytical skills, policy process, and advocacy, culminating in a capstone or thesis.

    Focus: both
    US News #27 Best Public Affairs Programs
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 79 overall (university minimum); Reading 8, Listening 7, Speaking 18, Writing 16
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 overall; no band below 5.5 (university minimum)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,445.00
    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 Administration, BA/Master of Public Policy at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Public Administration, BA/Master of Public Policy at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is $53,604 across 36 required credits.
    Is Public Administration, BA/Master of Public Policy at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus online or in-person?
    Public Administration, BA/Master of Public Policy at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Public Administration, BA/Master of Public Policy at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus take to complete?
    Public Administration, BA/Master of Public Policy at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Public Administration, BA/Master of Public Policy at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus?
    Post-completion work rights for Public Administration, BA/Master of Public Policy at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus: 12 months OPT (US)