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Master of Public Policy

Simmons University

Boston, United States
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

An interdisciplinary doctorate combining social science and legal perspectives with research methods.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop advanced knowledge of Public Policy and apply discipline-appropriate methods
Assess relevant evidence
And communicate informed conclusions.

Career outcomes

Public Policy Research Assistant
Program Coordinator
Project Assistant
Research and Policy Associate

Curriculum

Students complete 55 semester hours with a B+ or higher in each course
Including a seminar on policy theory
Then pass an annual review and a comprehensive examination
Form a dissertation committee
Present a dissertation proposal and defend the dissertation.

Entry requirements

Academic

Accredited bachelor degree (international degrees need a NACES course-by-course evaluation)
resume
personal statement
recommendations
some programmes add prerequisites or licensure.

Accepted academic background

Accredited bachelor degree (international degrees need NACES course-by-course credential evaluation); resume, personal statement, recommendations; some programmes add prerequisites (nursing, nutrition) or licensure

Language tests

IELTS 7.0
TOEFL iBT 100-105
Duolingo 115
PTE Academic Not published
IELTS Academic 7

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Test Results
CV or Resume
Personal Statement

How to apply

Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$36,910 USD
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Boston Main Campus
Faculty or school	The Gwen Ifill School of Media Humanities and Social Sciences
Department	Department of Politics and Policy
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
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Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
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Program starts
September 2027
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.