454 Master's degrees in Public Policy in North America

Liberty University4,2(26)

Lynchburg, United States

Public Policy

Through this Public Policy degree programme from Liberty University, you will pursue graduate-level training that is designed to “impact the world” by developing Christ-centered alumni who are political leaders, scholars, and policymakers. You will learn how to shape policy in governmental, legislative, political, communications, managerial, and academic areas.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$10,350/yr

Arizona State University4,3(230)

Phoenix, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Public Policy - Policy Informatics

The Public Policy - Policy Informatics MPP program from Arizona State University trains people capable of leading by making positive policy decisions, addressing the difficult questions associated with public policy, and managing the process of policy creation, approval, implementation and evaluation.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,348/yr

The City University of New York4,2(40)

New York City, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Nursing Administration and Urban Policy and Leadership

The program in Nursing Administration and Urban Policy and Leadership from The City University of New York is a dual degree program in collaboration with the Department of Urban Policy and Planning, School of Arts and Sciences.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$22,230/yr

Oklahoma State University4,3(6)

Online Top 3% in Worldwide

Aging Studies (Online)

Aging Studies (Online) from Oklahoma State University is a multidisciplinary field of social scientists, biologists, health care professionals, economists and others who focus on aging.

M.Sc. Part-time Online

3 years$20,786/yr

University of Minnesota4,2(48)

Minneapolis, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Public Affairs

The Public Affairs program at the University of Minnesota is geared toward mid-career professionals with 10+ years of work experience who want to advance their skills in public and nonprofit leadership, policy, and program analysis, and the use of research data for evidence-based decision-making.

M.P.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$81,870/yr

Conestoga College4,1(57)

Kitchener, Canada

Advanced Police Studies

This two-semester Advanced Police Studies programme at Conestoga College is designed to provide students with highly relevant applied skills, integrative learning experiences, and professional network development for careers in policing.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus

1 yearTuition not available

University of Ottawa4,1(87)

Ottawa, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Security and Defence Studies

The Master of Arts in Security and Defence Studies (MASD) programme from University of Ottawa is an interdisciplinary, practice-oriented degree that provides students with a comprehensive approach to security and defense. The program is available in English or French.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$14,430/yr

Westfield State University3,5(2)

Westfield, United States

Public Administration - Public Management

Public Administration - Public Management from Westfield State University provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary for administering public agencies and programs.

M.P.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$15,516/yr

University of Colorado Denver4,3(12)

Denver, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Public Policy

The Public Policy programme at University of Colorado Denver provides the tools for policy design, implementation, analysis, and advocacy, while focusing on the intersection and impact of democracy, politics, and power.

Master Full-time +2 Blended

2 years$20,984/yr

George Washington University4,2(39)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Dual Degree in Master of Public Administration and Nonprofit Management

The Dual Degree in Master of Public Administration and Nonprofit Management at George Washington University offers a dual master of public administration (MPA) and graduate certificate in nonprofit management program.

M.P.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$83,640/yr

University of Missouri - Columbia4,3(10)

Columbia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Public Affairs

Public Affairs from University of Missouri - Columbia provides a balance of public service values, interpersonal and analytic skills, and a thorough knowledge of administrative and policy processes.

M.P.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$25,924/yr

University of Texas at Austin4,3(27)

Austin, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Energy and Earth Resources and Public Affairs

The Energy and Earth Resources and Public Affairs MA/MPAff dual degree offered at University of Texas at Austin responds to an increased need in both the public and private sectors for specialists with an advanced understanding of the science, engineering, management and policy aspects of energy, mineral and water resources.

Master Full-time On-campus

3 years$18,758/yr

The Ohio State University4,5(31)

Columbus, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Public Policy and Management

A Public Policy and Management degree from The Ohio State University offers you a wide array of career options that engage you in work that matters. Whether you see yourself in a senior role at the U.S. State Department, as an agency head in state government, as a city manager, or as an advocate in a nonprofit organization, our program will help prepare you for success.

M.P.A. Full-time On-campus +2

2 years$44,310/yr

University of Southern California4,1(63)

Los Angeles, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Public Interest Certificate

The Public Interest Certificate program offered at University of Southern California holds a longstanding reputation of excellence and impact within the field. Students develop “knowledge in action” through an interdisciplinary curriculum that develops analytical and theoretical competencies combined with immersive experiential learning.

Master Full-time On-campus

$74,010/full

Drexel University4,3(158)

Online Top 2% in Worldwide

U.S. Education Policy (Online)

The U.S. Education Policy (Online) program from Drexel University explores the substance and process of U.S. education policy, along with the institutions that comprise the education system and their governance and practices.

Postgraduate Certificate Part-time Online

1 year$9,999/yr

Walden University4,4(15)

Online

Law and Public Policy

The M.S. in Criminal Justice Leadership and Executive Management - Law and Public Policy program from Walden University blends criminal behavioral theory with studies in human services, technology, and homeland security to help broaden your management skills.

M.P.A. Part-time Online

1 year, 3 months$21,696/yr

The Ohio State University4,5(31)

Columbus, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Public Policy and Management

A Public Policy and Management degree from The Ohio State University offers you a wide array of career options that engage you in work that matters. Whether you see yourself in a senior role at the U.S. State Department, as an agency head in state government, as a city manager, or as an advocate in a nonprofit organization, our program will help prepare you for success.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +3

2 years$44,310/yr

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley4,0(25)

Texas City, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Public Affairs

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley offers a program leading to the degree of Master in Public Affairs (MPA). The MPA degree allows the student to select from two different tracks: Public Administration, and Public Policy and Management.

M.P.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$17,673/yr

George Mason University4,1(103)

Arlington, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Graduate Pathway in Public Policy

The Graduate Pathway in Public Policy, Pre-Master from INTO George Mason University students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway program in Public Policy are assured progression to a Mason graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$41,590/yr

University of Virginia4,3(35)

Charlottesville, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Public Health – Public Policy (Dual Degree)

The School of Medicine’s Department of Public Health Sciences, and the Batten School from University of Virginia offer a dual degree program that leads to the completion of the Public Health – Public Policy (Dual Degree) in three years instead of the four years that would be required if each degree were pursued independently.

Master Full-time On-campus

3 years$56,536/yr