3+1 Accelerated Degree Program: BA to MA in Public Policy

Simmons University is uniquely situated to offer an innovative 3 + 1 Master’s Degree in Public Policy with a BA in Economics, Political Science, or Sociology. The study of Public Policy requires an interdisciplinary understanding of societal problems and their potential solutions. Because of the University’s existing strengths in Management, Economics, Political Science, Public Health, Social Work, and Environmental Studies, a 3 + 1 MPP program would be a natural extension of Simmons’ vigorous academic programs.

Upon completing their 4-year BA/MPP degrees, students will have a command public policy analysis and will have an applied understanding of the various institutional contexts in which public policy is developed and implemented. This program is targeted to incoming students who are interested in a liberal arts education with a strong career focus.

Program Requirements

In the 3 + 1 program in Political Science and Public Policy, students complete the Political Science major in three years and the interdisciplinary MA in Public Policy in the fourth year. Success in the program will require close collaboration with a faculty advisor, who will guide the student in careful course selection and scheduling.