University of Maryland School of Public Policy

Developing leaders in the art of policy & governance
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Advancing the frontiers of applied interdisciplinary knowledge
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Creating impact from local to global
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Our Programs

Undergraduate

Translate your passion into action through an interdisciplinary program grounded in hands-on learning

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Masters

Develop the skills, expertise and network you need to advance innovative solutions to complex problems

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PhD

Explore emerging and overlooked issues as you define the future of policy research, education and practice

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Executive Development

Strengthen your skills and networks to take the next step as a policy leader

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Make Your Impact in the World

From local to global, our students, faculty and alumni are changing the world for the better

Bloomberg Announces $2.3 Million to CGS, Partners for New Phase of “America’s Pledge”

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Swagel Named CBO Director

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5 research centers and institutes advancing solutions to pressing challenges

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Qiu Awarded Sloan Research Grant

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Pairing Technology with Policy to Design a Better Future

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5 strategic pillars integrating teaching, research and practice across critical policy areas

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Prof Reuter Awarded 2019 Stockholm Prize in Criminology

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Bierbaum Elected to US National Academy of Sciences

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Dozens of projects engaging students and faculty in issues that matter

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Our greatest contribution as policymakers will be that when others heard ‘no,’ we heard ‘find another way.’
Theo Caruthers '18

Experience Policy the Maryland Way

Join a community at the center of the policy world committed to making a difference

A Summer on Capitol Hill Sheds Light on Policymaking Process

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Engage with real issues and people

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Xan Avendaño is Driven by the Power of Policy to Change Lives

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Anjali Kalaria Turns Passion for Security into Career

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Get out of the classroom and into the world

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BAMPP Student Ellis McKennie Talks Policy, Politics and Football

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Mariela Argueta Combines Community with Expertise for Well-Rounded Policy Education

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Work at the center of the policy world

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Hear from a range of illustrious speakers about groundbreaking research, the student experience and the latest in the policy world. From lunchtime lectures to service events, we offer a range of ways to get involved with your fellow #PolicyTerps.

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