Penn State’s School of Public Policy is designed to provide professional training for those seeking careers in the design, adoption, implementation, and evaluation of public policies. We are committed to teaching professional development and leadership skills and their application in the public policy sphere. Students graduate job-ready with hands-on policy expertise. We seek applicants from a variety of undergraduate majors who can bring a diverse set of backgrounds and experience to the classroom.
Application Process and Deadlines
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Tuition and Funding
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