Overview

The mission of the Public Policy program of the University of Minnesota is to prepare professionals with specialized skills and knowledge to advance the common good in a range of public policy issues and in management of organizations in a diverse world.

The public service values animating the Humphrey School and the MPP program reflect the values of the School's namesake, Hubert Humphrey, and his commitment to democratic, responsive, and effective governance. We uphold NASPAA’s public service values, and give particular emphasis to these, which are reflected in our mission and embedded in the MPP curriculum:

Professionalism in public and nonprofit services;

Competency with specialized knowledge and skills;

Promotion of evidence-based policy discussion;

Democratic values in governance and participation;

Respect for different political and philosophical perspectives;

Ethics, social justice, and environmental well-being;

Equity, diversity, and inclusiveness;

Global awareness and intercultural competency.

The MPP degree brings together political science, economics, statistics, management, and other social science disciplines to shape policies and programs around the globe. The vast majority of our MPP students complete their graduate program in two years.

Students in the MPP degree program benefit from the Humphrey School's expertise in global policy, leadership and management, politics and governance, social policy and analysis, and urban and regional planning.

Did You Know?

If you are interested in multiple graduate degree programs, you can pursue a dual master’s degree option. This allows you to complete a Humphrey School degree and another University of Minnesota graduate or professional degree in less time (typically one year less) than it would take to complete the two degrees separately. For example, you can earn a dual Master of Public Policy and a Master of Business Administration degree from the Carlson School of Business.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Management of Organizations

Politics of Public Affairs

Economics for Policy Analysis and Planning

Policy Analysis

Financial Analysis and Management

Public Policies on Work and Pay

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00

More details

After June 1: Applications for admission considered on a space-available basis

Language

English

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Credits

45 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited US university or foreign equivalent

English language proficiency (see below for more information)

Previous coursework in mathematics, statistics, and economics is recommended

A personal statement is required of all applicants

The Diversity Statement (also called the "Equity and Inclusion Statement” within the Humphrey School) is required for all applicants

A resume or CV

At least three letters of recommendation

Transcripts

International applicants need to submit scores from either the TOEFL, IELTS, or MELAB examination to assess English language proficiency

Applicants wishing to provide additional information to the admissions committee which is not appropriate for other required documents but may be helpful in their consideration as a candidate for admission can submit a statement of extenuating circumstances

The application fee is $75 for domestic students and $95 for international students

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36024 USD / year

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Out-of-State

36024 USD / year

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24240 USD / year

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Living costs

Minneapolis

United States

1130 - 2045 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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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

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Living costs

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Financing

Funding

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