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Academic Programs

PPL students with Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman

Undergraduate Programs

A major or minor in Public Policy will give you the skills you need to make lasting, positive impact in the world.

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Master of Public Administration

Master the skills required for advanced careers across the public and nonprofit sectors.

Master of Public Policy

Analyze policy and use data to drive progress.

Graduation 2022, Sarah Smith, Sophie Beavin

PhD in Public Policy and Administration

Carry out sophisticated policy research and pursue meaningful careers in academia, government agencies, and beyond.

Master of Public Financial Management

All Programs Online, Certificates, Undergraduate Minor, more.

You can earn Master's degree or Certificate at your own pace, online. Our programs are designed to meet you where you are, and train you to launch a career in public service.

Latest News

Dr. Jayani Jayawardhana, University of Kentucky

Seminar: Jayani Jayawardhana

Jan 26, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Impact of Cannabis Laws on Asthma Care

Seminar: Andrew Sullivan

Jan 19, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Homeless shelter openings and housing sale prices Yoon-Jung Choi, Florida International University Saerim Kim, Suffolk University Andrew Sullivan, University of Central Florida

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Frankfort Trip 2024

Feb 16, 2024, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Martin School students are invited to visit the state capitol and learn more about careers and internships in our state government! Please RSVP by February 1st.

2024 Martin School Book Club Kick Off

Feb 1–12, 2024

Dear Martin School students, staff, faculty, and alumni, We would be thrilled for you to join us this February for the 2024 Martin School Book Club, featuring “The Injustice of Place: Uncovering the Legacy of Poverty in America,” by Dr. Kathryn J. Edin (Princeton University), H. Luke Shaefer (University of Michigan), Timothy J. Nelson (Princeton University). Please see below for a description of The Injustice of Place: Uncovering the Legacy of Poverty in America.

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Fall 2023 Capstone Forum

by Brooke Kuerzi Dec 1, 2023

Three students presented their capstone projects, which this semester dealt with issues of transportation, housing, and child welfare.

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Our Impact

7:1 Students to Faculty

Close instruction with a diverse faculty is at the core of our educational commitment.

#3 Public Budgeting and Finance

We have ranked highly in US News and World Report for years.

$4M $4.6 Million in grant funding in the last five years!

Our faculty deliver ground-breaking research at the highest levels.

#28 Public Affairs graduate programs

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