QUICK FACTS
The Pepperdine School of Public Policy prepares decision makers who are called to leadership in the government, nonprofit, and policy-related business sectors. Through an academic environment of free, robust, and rigorous debate, faculty engage students in a way that encourages critical thinking about the public policies that set communities on a course to flourish.
MASTER OF PUBLIC POLICY (MPP)
The Master of Public Policy professional degree prepares leaders to work across diverse perspectives to apply America’s timeless principles to today’s policy issues. Through a comprehensive understanding of the history and philosophy that undergird free institutions, coupled with the latest tools of economic and research analytics, students will learn how to find morally-grounded approaches to lead change and improve lives.
ONE DEGREE / FIVE SPECIALIZATIONS
International Relations and National Security
Public Policy and Dispute Resolution
American Policy and Politics
Applied Economic Policy
State and Local Policy
MASTER OF MIDDLE EAST POLICY STUDIES (MMEPS)
The Pepperdine Master of Middle East Policy Studies is the product of a unique partnership with The Washington Institute for Near East Policy. Capped at 25 student cohorts and intended for those with a focused career interest in the Middle East, this two-year, in-person program at the Pepperdine DC campus blends study of the modern Middle East and coursework on U.S. policy with practical skills training designed to equip the early-career professional for success in diplomacy, intelligence, journalism, and more. The program includes a multi-country, Middle East policy study tour.
EMPLOYMENT DEMOGRAPHICS
22% Employed in the public sector
15% Employed in the private sector
41% Employed in the nonprofit sector
22% Post graduate/doctoral studies
WASHINGTON, DC, TRACK
The School of Public Policy Washington, DC, Track is a bicoastal opportunity that allows a cohort of second-year master of public policy students to expand their foundation built in Malibu and live and learn in Washington, DC, during their final semester. This program is designed for the public policy student who aspires to have a career in Washington, DC, best pursued by those students interested in American politics and international relations.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships from the School of Public Policy are merit based with no separate application required. Simply mark your program application where indicated to be considered for a scholarship.
When accepted into the program, the Scholarship Committee immediately reviews the application for scholarship. Upon notification of acceptance, you are also notified of your award.
Scholarships are renewed automatically for students who remain in good academic standing.
SCHOLARSHIP STATS
97% of our students receive scholarship support
70% of tuition, on average, covered by School of Public Policy scholarships
JOINT DEGREES
Master of Public Policy/Juris Doctor
Master of Public Policy/ Master of Business Administration
Master of Public Policy/ Master of Dispute Resolution
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