Master (Public Policy)
STEM Course
1 year
Full Time
Online & On Campus
Field of Study:
$12,410/Yr
$12,410 /Yr
- In the UMass Amherst School of Public Policy’s Master of Public Policy program, a College mix of online and in-person classes will allow students to move quickly toward pursuing their professional goals with the skills students need to fuel their success. Internships and client projects will provide students with invaluable real-world experience.
- Students will gain the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to become a leader in the nonprofit, public, or private sector while creating meaningful social change
- This is a 37-credit program that includes the policy seminar; six core courses; a summer internship; and four electives, two of which must be SPP program electives
- Students will study subjects such as Politics and the Policy Process, Public Policy Analysis, Economics and Public Policy, Introduction to Statistical Methods, etc.
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Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | |
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $12410 (USD 12410) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $33040 (USD 33040) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must hold a 4 years Bachelors degree.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
VISA & Work Study
VISA
International applicants are required to apply for an F-1 or J-1 student Visa. As per the application process of universities in the USA, a student needs to have the following basic documents to procure a US student visa.
- A valid passport that has a validity of a minimum of 6 months after students stay in the country
- Form DS-160 (Nonimmigrant visa application confirmation page)
- Application fee payment Receipt
- Form I-20 if applying for a Student visa (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status)
- Receipt Number on Petition filed by U.S employer (I-129 form) if applying for a work visa.
- Original Marks Sheet or Provisional certificates.
- Evidence of sufficient funds in the bank account to ensure you can survive the duration of course in the USA.
- Score sheet of standardized exams like IELTS (6.0 or equivalent), TOEFL, GMAT, GRE, etc.
- Proof that the candidate will leave the country once the program is completed. A return air ticket to the home country can be evidence of this kind.
Career and Placement after Course
Followings are the career opportunities for the students:
- Policy analyst
- Lobbyist
- Paralegal
- Nonprofit program director
- Campaign manager
- City manager
- Public relations specialist
- Political researcher
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LSEF-UMass scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 27,251/Yr$27,251 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Chuan Ai Lu Engstrom Memorial Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| KC Mahindra Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 5,542/Yr$5,542 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Axol Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,000/Yr$2,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
| Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based |
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