Tuition & fees
Costs include tuition & fees. Tuition varies based on residency and mode of study. Students who study fully online receive our e-tuition rate. See cost details
Credit hours
12 required credit hours. Most courses are equal to 3 credit hours.
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Program duration
Finish in as little as 1 year.
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Admissions
Apply for fall, spring, or summer term. View application process & deadlines
Program highlights
Program requirements
Our curriculum is designed for those seeking an improved understanding of public policy development, research, and evaluation — and who wish to help improve public policy outcomes.
Future degree planning
Interested in earning your Master’s degree in Policy, Planning, and Management in the future? The credits earned from this certificate program can be applied to our MPPM. Some restrictions may apply.
Research opportunities
Participate in research that is meaningful to you. The Muskie School of Public Service is nationally recognized for applying the university’s analysis and research resources to critical issues in the fields of health policy, child and family well-being, public sector management and innovation, environmental policy, and more.
Experiential learning
You’ll have the opportunity to attend, participate in, and contribute to the Muskie School’s expanding public outreach activities.
Career opportunities
Expand your career preparedness by acquiring skills that include analyzing and developing public policy and participating in and contributing to the policy process.
Faculty support
Our faculty have expertise in a wide range of fields. Nearly half of the faculty hold joint teaching and research appointments and are actively engaged in advising their students.
Our graduate admissions counselors are here to answer your questions about the admissions process, our academic programs, and student support services.
Admission information: Certificate of Graduate Study in Policy Analysis
Application deadlines
We accept applications on a rolling basis and review them continuously.
| Application deadline | Fall term start | Spring term start | Summer term start |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final | August 1 | December 15 | April 15 |