Overview

For those who already have an advanced degree but want to understand the public policy aspects of their field and are interested in attending school full-time, our one-year MA program in public policy provides the fundamental understanding of public policy and analytics to complement their experience.

Key Features

This Public Policy program is also available to students enrolling for other graduate programs at University of Chicago.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Our curriculum consists of any five of the six core courses available to MPP candidates and four electives, for a total of nine courses.

If you plan to combine this degree with another one-year master’s degree at the University, both degrees must be awarded during the same quarter.

Those interested in the public policy studies program should inquire about formal arrangements when they apply to their primary program.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-16 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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General requirements

Online Graduate Application

Resume: Upload a current resume, reflecting your work experience, education, community service, professional honors, and any other relevant information.

Short Essays: You will be required to answer one brief essay question of your choice (300 words maximum).

Motivation Statement: Prepare a brief and well-articulated response to a prompted question regarding your motivation to pursue graduate studies in public policy (300 words).

Transcripts: You may submit unofficial transcripts through the electronic application process.

Three (3) Letters of Recommendation: We prefer to have at least one reference from a previous professor who can speak to your academic background and preparedness for graduate studies.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

44382 USD / year

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Out-of-State

44382 USD / year

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In-State

44382 USD / year

≈ 44382 USD / year

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Per Quarter

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 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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Additional Details

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