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The School of Public Policy prepares students to become leaders in the fields of public policy, public management, nonprofit management, and survey research. Our students work closely with professors who are dedicated to teaching excellence and groundbreaking research. They're also placed in paid internships in top state agencies, city governments, and nonprofit organizations that impact the state and the nation.

UConn Gives. 36 hours: All Paws In! March 8-9, 2023

Thank you for supporting us during UConn Gives 2023!

Your gifts will support students in honor of the MPA Program's 50th Anniversary.

Learn more on our UConn Gives campaign page.

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8th
National ranking of public finance and budget programs, U.S. News & World Report

46th
National ranking of public affairs programs, U.S. News & World Report

97%
Alumni employed within six months of graduation

100%
Full-time graduate students placed in paid internships

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  • UConn SPP Gives a Way To Support Students Making an Impact
     UConn Gives is one month away! Our university-wide online fundraising initiative kicks-off at 7am ET on April 17th and runs for 36 hours until 7pm ET on April 18th. Every gift makes an impact, and this year the School of Public Policy (SPP) hopes to support students through two important causes. Below are a few […]
    Posted on March 17, 2024
  • MPA Student Fosters Cultural & Capital Prosperity
    School of Public Policy (SPP) Masters of Public Administration (MPA) student Lizzette Irizarry found a passion for public service early on in her life. While growing up her family emphasized gratitude, kindness and the importance of giving back. She explains, “Growing up as a first-generation Latina, I learned the significance of community firsthand. From neighbors […]
    Posted on March 5, 2024
  • March Events 2024
    Join the School of Public Policy (SPP) this month for a variety of events!   With SPP’s Ryan Baldassario 10 – 11 AM (Zoom)
    Posted on March 3, 2024

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