Our curriculum is designed to help you develop the skills necessary to impact policy within the United States system. MSP coursework consists of 28 classroom credits and a three-credit internship, designed to be completed in three semesters—fall, spring, and the internship in the summer. The program brings together advocates from a variety of backgrounds, making classroom learning vibrant and meaningful.  Join us to learn how to advance equity through policy, making a true difference.

The best way to practice your skills is through real-world experience. You will have the chance to complete a full-time (360 hour, 3-credit) internship with a variety of leading non-profit organizations, government agencies, policy think tanks and legislative offices. The MSP internship is typically completed during the summer semester, May through August.

As a student-centered institution, our entire faculty and staff are committed to providing our student scholars with the personalized attention and tailored solutions to thrive academically, personally, and professionally.
Our holistic advising system ensures you have faculty and administrative guidance throughout your studies.  In addition, our Career Engagement staff prepares you to navigate the job market successfully with one-on-one coaching, specialized workshops, and networking events.

MSP students can also take advantage of policy-focused programming including lunch seminars, policy-related speakers, as well as social events to build community within the MSP cohort.