Our mission at the UCR School of Public Policy is to train a new generation of forward-thinking public policy leaders equipped to address the complex, interrelated challenges of poverty, disease, illiteracy, climate change, energy security, pollution and more. The Master of Public Policy (MPP) students' training will be informed by (i) a diverse, interdisciplinary curriculum that emphasizes evidence-based policy research as well as cross-learning from both international and domestic problem-solving experiences, (ii) a rich internship program that emphasizes experiential learning, (iii) and a capstone project.
To begin the application process, please visit UCR Graduate Division's Official Application page by clicking on the button below.
Hear from a Current MPP Student
A Marine Corps veteran and first-generation college student, Ana Yeli is starting her journey to becoming a future policy leader through the UCR School of Public Policy's MPP program.
Meet the Graduate Advisor
UCR School of Public Policy Professor Cecilia Ayon has spent her career devoted to researching the lives and wellbeing of immigrant families, and how policy affects their communities.
Upcoming MPP Info Sessions
If you have any other questions about the application process, please contact the Graduate Student Affairs Officer