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Bachelor of Political Science and Public Policy

Simmons University

Boston, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Combines a political science BA in three years with a master's in public policy in the fourth.

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

Apply core concepts and methods in Political Science and Public Policy (3+1) to practical and academic problems. Analyse information
develop reasoned solutions
and communicate findings in the context of Political Science and Public Policy (3+1). Use critical thinking
ethical judgment and effective communication in discipline-related projects.

Career outcomes

Policy analyst
legislative aide
policymaker
budget analyst
think tank research associate
advocacy policy specialist
PhD or law degree

Curriculum

Three years building a political science BA within a liberal arts foundation
with public policy master's courses starting by the end of year three. Year four completes the MPP and ends with a Capstone Project in Public Policy combining internship experience with a substantial written policy analysis.

Entry requirements

Academic

Secondary school completion with official transcripts reviewed holistically (test-optional)
English proof
undergraduate admission is for women-centered applicants (women
assigned female at birth
or non-binary applicants who belong to the community).

Accepted academic background

Secondary school completion with official transcripts (first-year); 17+ college credits (transfer); age 24+ or a prior bachelor degree (Dix Scholar). Undergraduate admission is for applicants who identify as women, were assigned female at birth, or do not fit the gender binary and belong to the women community.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 83
Duolingo 115
PTE Academic 55
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Test Results

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	$49,648 USD
Application fee	$0 USD
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	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	The source record indicates potential scholarship opportunities. Award amounts, eligibility criteria and intake conditions must be confirmed before applying.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
80 days left
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.