Program Overview
The Accelerated Master of Public Policy at University of Virginia is a Master programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Accelerated Master of Public Policy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 24,316 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,518 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Charlottesville, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Accelerated Master of Public Policy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Wise Interventions: Social Psychology and Public Policy
- Leading and Managing Diverse Groups
- International Financial Institutions
- uAcademy for Conscious Change
- Anti-Terrorism and the Role of Intelligence
- Development Policy Nudges
- The Politics of the Budgetary Process
- Special Topics
- Global Field Experience
- Education Policy
- Design and Leadership
- International Financial Institutions
- Political Institutions and Processes
- Leadership in the Public Arena
- Education Policy
- Economics of Public Policy I
- Research Methods & Data Analysis I
- Policy Analysis
- Strategic Leadership and Public Management
- Topics in Public Policy
- Topical Workshops in Public Policy and Leadership
- Strategic Thinking at the Organizational Level
- Congress 101: Leadership Strategies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
The following items will be collected through the online application:
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae. You will be prompted to upload this document in the application system. A Word or PDF document is fine.
- Four (4) Mandatory Essays:
- Which public policy area interests you? (Please limit your answer to 50 words.)
- What work, activity, or educational experience has best equipped you for work on public policy? Please describe how this experience has impacted your personal growth and your view of the world. (Please limit your answer to 500 words.)
- What is the motivation behind your drive to study leadership and public policy? (Please limit your answer to 250 words.)
- Create a Top Ten List that tells us something about you. (Please limit your answer to 120 words.)
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation. You are required to submit two letters of recommendation. Your recommenders must submit their letters of recommendation via this online application module. There will be more instructions regarding letters of recommendation within the application itself.
- $75 Non-Refundable Application Fee. You must submit your application fee with a credit card via the online application. For Americorps and Peace Corp alumni, the Batten School application fee is waived. Our admissions office can give you instructions on providing this information in your application. For questions about payment by credit card or if you believe you qualify for an application fee waiver, please call 434.924.3477.
- Application Addendum (OPTIONAL). There is no penalty for not submitting an application addendum! However, some applicants may have additional information that would be useful for the admissions committee. Feel free to amplify the positive dimensions of your background that are not covered in other parts of this application. Similarly, you may wish to put some seemingly negative information in your application into context for the admissions committee. Please format this application addendum as a letter to the admissions committee, not to exceed one page.
- Unofficial Transcripts. Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded directly to your online application. Should you gain acceptance to the MPP program, an official transcript will be requested at that time.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 24,316 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,518 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 24,316 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,518 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Virginia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Virginia
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, United States
University of Virginia is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2010-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-10
- Language English
- Duration 24 months