Overview

This program is a unique blend of MPA degree and MPP degree content, designed to develop your ability to create and manage public policy. You’ll develop a big-picture understanding of the issues that affect policymaking and acquire the skills to create solutions tailored to the unique needs of diverse communities and groups

In this Public Policy and Administration program at California Lutheran University, you will:

Gain purpose-driven policy expertise while strengthening your skills in analysis and writing to address urgent community needs

Understand policy creation and public leadership through a unique program designed for those who want to both shape and implement change

Connect with change makers whose work transforms systems, advances equality and builds more resilient communities

Transform ideas into action through hands-on projects that develop real-world solutions for society’s most pressing challenges

Discover your unique contribution to public service through a program that helps you align professional growth with personal values and social impact

Career

The Cal Lutheran MPPA program sets up graduates for success in California and beyond. They have found new positions or earned promotions in the private sectors as public relations officers, college professors and insurance executives. In the public and non-profit sector, they are serving in public policy and public administration jobs such as:

City managers
Public safety administrators
Lobbyists
Human resource managers
Police and correctional management
Policy analysts
Recreation directors
Mental health directors
Directors of philanthropic organizations
School administrators
Managers in federal, state and city offices

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods

Ethics in Public Policy and Administration

Public Administration Theory

Implementation and Analysis of Public Policy

Law and Public Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-25 00:00:00

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Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

39 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

California, United States

Disciplines

Public Administration Public Policy View 408 other Masters in Public Policy in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application

Official transcripts

Two letters of recommendation

Personal statement

Application fee ($32)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

32565 USD / year

≈ 32565 USD / year
Out-of-State

32565 USD / year

≈ 32565 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

32565 USD / year

≈ 32565 USD / year

Living costs

California

United States

1570 - 2658 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

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Financing

Funding

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