Overview

Water is a critical component for life. Even today, water conflict already exists in seemingly water-rich states such as Michigan. As the demand for water grows, issues and concerns related to water resources will become more acute. The availability of water resources over the long-term will be inherently linked to sound water resource policy. In addition, the Water Resource Policy program at Grand Valley State University has been developed to serve both traditional graduate students and professionals working in the environmental field.

Why Study Water Resource Policy at Grand Valley?

This program is the first of its kind in the state of Michigan.
The emerging need for well-trained water policy professionals. Demands on water resources will continue to grow over the next decade, which will drive program growth in the future.
Relevant internship placements with organizations that deal with current and emerging water issues give you the opportunity to help research, discuss, and develop new policies.
Opportunities for study at the Annis Water Resources Institute in Muskegon.
Available to full- or part-time students. Many classes are offered in hybrid or online format to accommodate the schedules of working professionals.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Foundations of Public Service
Research Methods
Public Policy Analysis
Theoretical Perspectives in Aquatic Science
Water Policy and Science
Internship

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00

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More details

Admission will be considered on a case by case basis.

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

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Campus Location

Allendale, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Earned a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States, or the equivalent of this degree from another country.
Demonstrated ability to pursue graduate work successfully. Graduate programs generally require an undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

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Tuition Fee

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International

26334 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 798 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

26334 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 798 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

26334 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 798 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Allendale

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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