The Master of Science in Public Policy (MSPP) equips you with the analytical, quantitative, and communication skills essential for shaping effective public policies.
This STEM-designated, accelerated one-year program offers comprehensive training in policy analysis, public management, and advanced data techniques, all within the support of a tight-knit cohort. You’ll collaborate with a small group of peers, building lasting connections and benefiting from personalized attention.
Leveraging New York City’s diverse landscape, the MSPP degree prepares you for impactful roles across government, nonprofits, and global public service. Graduates leave with the tools to design and implement policies that create lasting change locally and internationally.
Our MS in Public Policy program lays the foundation for a successful career in public policy and analysis. Our interdisciplinary approach, expert faculty, and prime New York City location offer unparalleled learning, growth, and professional development opportunities. Here’s what sets us apart:
Complete your degree in just one year while mastering the skills to analyze, design, and implement impactful public policies.
Study within a collaborative environment that fosters deep, lasting connections with peers, creating a strong support network throughout the program. Additionally, benefit from our New York City location, connecting you with key organizations, influential leaders, and a global alumni network working across various sectors.
Learn from premier scholars in a variety of disciplines, including economics, finance, sociology, political science, law, planning, and healthcare. These highly-accomplished industry leaders will prepare you to effectively address issues across sectors and policy arenas.
The program integrates practical experiences like a spring internship and culminates in the Policy and Data Studio, where students independently design and execute a data-driven policy project.
Graduates of the MSPP program are prepared for high-impact roles in government, nonprofits, international organizations, and the private sector, with alumni at organizations such as the United Nations and leading consulting firms.
Ready to take the next step? Explore the application process for our MS in Public Policy program, including admissions criteria and deadlines.
Submit your online application, including two essays (with an optional video essay), your resume or curriculum vitae, two letters of recommendation from academic or professional sources, transcripts from colleges or universities, and standardized test scores if applicable. You’ll also need to submit the $85 application fee and review any requirements specific to international applicants . To make sure you have everything you need, we created a complete application checklist .
We invite students from all majors and backgrounds to apply who demonstrate strong evidence of quantitative proficiency, especially in undergraduate-level statistics, economics, or calculus courses. The program is ideal for individuals with a passion for solving complex societal issues through policy analysis and data-driven solutions.
This program is designed for those seeking a structured, intensive curriculum that equips them with the essential skills to evaluate, formulate, and implement public policy. The MSPP is perfect for individuals aiming to advance their expertise in policy analysis in just one year.
The MSPP is a full-time, STEM-designated program open to applicants from various academic backgrounds. Due to its quantitative and intensive nature, the program is ideal for students with a strong academic foundation, some background in statistics, and a clear sense of their career goals. While submitting GRE/GMAT scores is optional, it is strongly recommended for applicants who do not have demonstrated quantitative skills on their transcripts.
The MSPP program is ideal for applicants with 2-5 years of professional experience or recent undergraduates with substantial internship experience. As part of the curriculum, all students complete an internship during the Spring semester, called The Practice of Work .
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