Admissions Requirements M.P.Aff. Additionally, applicants should have a demonstrated interest in a career in public affairs. GRE scores, recommendations, and a writing sample are also required. A master's degree in public affairs or its equivalent is required for admission. Superior academic records and a demonstrated commitment to public policy research are necessary.
Work experience is recommended.
The program takes two years in residence. Course offerings are organized to provide training in policy research and analysis skills, reinforced by opportunities for practical application and individual specialization. Each year, at least two of these policy research projects concern science and technology subjects, including environmental regulations or energy and natural resources policy. There is a required internship during the summer between the first and second years to provide direct experience with the operations of government. The second year requirements include Political Economy II and a two-semester policy research project.