MA/MS in Public Policy Analysis

The Master of Public Policy at the Harris School is a two-year program for students who want analytical tools to take on pressing policy challenges. It aims to develop leaders who reason from evidence and think strategically. Core courses have students build economic models, simulate policy decisions and write recommendations for realistic scenarios. Students learn to analyze data, quantify uncertainty and evaluate policy claims with tools like R, and to understand how elections, lobbying and institutional rules shape which policies pass. Harris classifies the MPP under a code on the DHS STEM list, so students on F-1 visas may be eligible for a 24-month OPT extension if they meet the criteria. The admissions office can be reached by email or phone. Core coursework and the broader curriculum are presented through the school's degree pages, which also direct applicants to program contacts, so prospective students can compare options and ask admissions staff about eligibility, requirements and the application process.