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Below are some Frequently Asked Questions about the Master of Public Policy (MPP) Program. Still don\u2019t see the answer to your question? Email us at graduate@ramapo.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>When can I start the MPP Program?<\/div>
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The MPP will be launching in Fall 2026<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>How long will it take me to get my MPP degree?<\/div>
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The MPP can be completed in 2 years full time or 2.5-5 years part time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Is the MPP program full time or part time?<\/div>
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The MPP program can be taken full time or part time but all courses must be completed within 5 years<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Is the program offered in person, online, or in a hybrid format?<\/div>
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The MPP program is hybrid with only 3-5 in person meetings required each semester<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>What are the qualifications to apply to the program?<\/div>
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You can find the MPP Admissions requirements here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Do I need to have an undergraduate degree in Public Policy to enter the program?<\/div>
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No, all undergraduate majors are welcome.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I continue to work full time while earning my MPP degree?<\/div>
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Yes, the MPP was designed with the schedule of a working professional in mind.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Do you accept transfer credits from other schools?<\/div>
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The Program Director of the MPP Program will review eligible applicants for transfer credits according to the College\u2019s Graduate Program Policies and Procedure found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>How much does the program cost?<\/div>
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Graduate tuition is charged on a per credit basis. The MPP program is 30 credits total. The current MPP tuition rate can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are there payment plans and\/or employer reimbursement cooperation agreements?<\/div>
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We do have in-house payment plan options and cooperate with employer reimbursement programs. More information can be found at https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/student-accounts\/options-policies\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can graduate students apply for Financial Aid?<\/div>
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Yes, Graduate students may borrow up to $20,500 annually under the Federal Direct Stafford Loan programs.<\/p>\n

To qualify for a Federal Direct Stafford loan, graduate students must be enrolled for at least 6 credit hours per semester. Students enrolled for less than 6 credits may consider an alternative loan.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are there scholarships available?<\/div>
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There are no scholarships available through Admissions. There are a few Graduate Assistantship positions available each year. When they are available, they are posted here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

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