Looking for an impactful and rewarding career after graduation? Then discover why the School of Public Policy's professional graduate programs in Public Administration and Public Policy are the perfect fit for you!
Why Apply to the #1 MPA and MPP programs in Connecticut?
- Paid internships and tuition scholarships (experience matters!): Our Internship and Professional Practice (IPP) program provides qualified 2nd year students with real-world experience at a state agency, town/city municipality, or nonprofit organization. In addition to managerial and/or analytic work experience, they receive a stipend of over $13,800, access to subsidized health insurance, and a tuition scholarship regardless of residency!
- Strong job placement rates: 97% of graduate students find employment within 6 months of graduation or pursue Law School and Ph.D. programs.
- Robust alumni network: First year graduate students are paired with an alumni mentor. Our alumni hold leadership positions in all levels of state and local governments and at nonprofit organizations.
- Dynamic and impactful faculty research on social policy, education policy, gun violence prevention, diversity, equity & inclusion, and more!
Apply for Fall 2025 by February 15
- Our priority application submission deadline is February 15 to be considered for graduate assistantships and merit scholarships. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
For more information, contact: Catherine Guarino at catherine.guarino@uconn.edu