Overview

The Master of Public Administration - Public Policy (MPP) program at the University of Kentucky’s Martin School equips students with the advanced analytical skills needed to address today’s most complex policy challenges. With a strong emphasis on quantitative methods, program evaluation, and economic analysis, students gain expertise in designing, analyzing, and interpreting public policies across sectors. Coursework spans topics such as microeconomics, statistics, public finance, and data-driven decision-making, preparing graduates to assess policy impacts and drive evidence-based solutions.Renowned for its academic rigor and exceptional faculty, the Martin School’s MPP program produces graduates who are highly competitive for careers in government, nonprofit organizations, research institutions, and think tanks. The program also provides a strong foundation for students planning to pursue a Ph.D. in Public Policy, Public Administration, or related fields. Evening classes on UK’s Lexington campus offer flexibility for students balancing work and graduate study.The Martin School's Master of Public Policy (MPP) program is designed to prepare students with strong analytic skills to address complex public policy challenges through data-driven research and evidence-based decision-making.

To accomplish our mission, we:

• Foster a commitment to public service and excellence in public policy analysis and evaluation.• Prepare both pre-service and in-service students to provide professional leadership in public policy formulation, implementation, and assessment at all levels of government, in nonprofit organizations, and in policy-related roles in the private sector.• Strengthen the analytical and problem-solving capabilities of our students by emphasizing quantitative methods, policy analysis, and applied research so they can excel as policy analysts, researchers, and advisors.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-24 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

37 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lexington-Fayette, United States

Disciplines

Public Administration Public Policy View 601 other Masters in Public Administration in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

The Master of Public Policy (MPP) degree is a quantitative focused degree intended to prepare students for a career in research. Therefore, incoming students should have the following prerequisite courses: • College algebra equivalent to MA 109• Basic statistics equivalent to PA 621Application Requirements• Two letters of recommendation that provide evidence about the applicant’s ability and potential.• Personal statement with a demonstrated desire to work in the public or nonprofit sector.• Upload unofficial copies of transcripts from all higher education institutions attended. If/when you decide to enroll, you will need to have official transcripts sent to the Graduate School.• Upload a 2-3 page biographical sketch that describes your motivation for wanting to earn this degree and wanting to attend our program.• Upload a CV.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

76220 USD / year

≈ 76220 USD / year
Out-of-State

76220 USD / year

≈ 76220 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

30525 USD / year

≈ 30525 USD / year

Living costs

Lexington-Fayette

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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