Overview

As a part of the Department of Leadership, Policy, and Organizations, the Education Policy program of Vanderbilt University sits at the crossroads of public policy and education policy, allowing you to dive deep into policy decision-making and the impact of those decisions on today's educational systems.

Key Facts

Through the two-year program you will:

Understand the world of education policy and how policymakers solve problems.

Learn how to make systemic changes to education in ways that have a positive impact on students.

Develop specific modes of quantitative and qualitative analysis to evaluate educational issues and craft innovative solutions.

Explore how theoretical frameworks and analysis can be applied in real-world policymaking at the local, state, and national levels.

Students enroll in our graduate program from a variety of backgrounds, but all share a common interest in education policy and how it intersects with their work. You'll form strong connections with fellow students through a cohort-based model and become a part of Vanderbilt's extensive alumni network. There are three tracks within the program that allow you to tailor your classes to meet your specific interest. These tracks provide an in-depth look at either K-12 education policy, higher education policy, or quantitative analysis in education. We also have joint degree programs with both Vanderbilt Law School and the Owen Graduate School of Management.

Why an M.P.P. degree instead of an M.Ed?

A Master's of Public Policy carries a high value within organizations that are thinking about large-scale changes. Vanderbilt's M.P.P. program is unique in its policy focus specifically on education, but the degree (in comparison to the M.Ed. degree) signals analytical and policy analysis skills that are in high demand on the job market.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Politics and Policymaking

Education Policy and School Reform

American Educational History and Policy

Economics of Education

Research Design and Data Analysis

Teacher Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-03 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nashville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Submitted online application

Transcript(s) from prior undergraduate and graduate work

Two letters of recommendation are required, three preferred for our master's programs

Statement of purpose

Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores

TOEFL or IELTS scores are required of all international applicants

Tuition Fees

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43290 USD / year

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43290 USD / year

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43290 USD / year

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Living costs

Nashville

United States

1183 - 2197 USD / month

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Overview

Key Facts

Why an M.P.P. degree instead of an M.Ed?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Nashville

Financing

Funding

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