The Master of Public Policy (MPP) program at McGeorge School of Law equips students with the skills to analyze, design, and implement effective public policies. As an MPP program in Sacramento, near the California State Capitol, McGeorge offers unmatched access to government agencies, non-profit organizations, and advocacy groups, providing students with hands-on learning and career-building opportunities.
Designed for both working professionals and pre-service students, the MPP program features a hybrid learning model, combining flexible online coursework with select in-person Saturday sessions for meaningful faculty and peer interaction.
A blend of online and in-person learning allows you to maintain your work-life balance while engaging in real-time discussions and networking opportunities.
By engaging in internships, networking events, and applied policy research, you will develop leadership skills and advance your career in government, advocacy, and non-profit sectors.
As an ABA-accredited law school, McGeorge offers you the opportunity to take law courses related to your concentration, enhancing your ability to interpret statutes and regulations in public policy.
You can customize your education with concentrations in Non-Profit and Social Capacity Management, Environmental and Water Policy, or Public Policy Advocacy. Through internships and policy projects, you will gain the hands-on experience that only an MPP program in California can provide.
A blend of online and in-person learning allows you to maintain your work-life balance while engaging in real-time discussions and networking opportunities.
As an ABA-accredited law school, McGeorge offers you the opportunity to take law courses related to your concentration, enhancing your ability to interpret statutes and regulations in public policy.
By engaging in internships, networking events, and applied policy research, you will develop leadership skills and advance your career in government, advocacy, and non-profit sectors.
You can customize your education with concentrations in Non-Profit and Social Capacity Management, Environmental and Water Policy, or Public Policy Advocacy. Through internships and policy projects, you will gain the hands-on experience that only an MPP program in California can provide.
Core Curriculum (33 units)
Policy Area of Concentration (select 6 units)
Public Policy Advocacy Concentration (select 6 units)
PUB 253: Legislative and Public Policy Practicum 3
PUB 242: Leading Systemic Change 3
LAW 505: Legislatures and Lawmaking 3
LAW 513: Lobbying & Politics 3
LAW 699X: Negotiations 3
PUB 291: Externship Seminar (pre-service only) 3
Environmental/Water Policy (select 6 units)
LAW 507: Environmental Law 3
LAW 583: Water & Environmental Justice 3
LAW 230: Water Resources Law 3
PUB 291: Externship Seminar (pre-service only) 3
Non-Profit and Social Capacity Management (select 6 units)
PUB 243: Non-Profit Management (new class) 3
PUB 213: Enhancing Societal Capacity 3
PUB 242: Leading Systemic Change (name change) 3
LAW 699X: Negotiations 3
PUB 291: Externship Seminar (pre-service only) 3
Each concentration includes an optional externship component where students gain real-world experience in their chosen field, working under the supervision of industry professionals.
MPP graduates pursue careers in government agencies, policy research organizations, advocacy groups, and private-sector firms specializing in public policy development and analysis. Common career paths include:
Alumni of public policy graduate programs bring strong analytical skills and policy expertise to roles in government, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), research institutions, and consulting firms.
Alumni Network
Vanessa Adame, ’18, pursued a degree at McGeorge School of Law because she wanted to get into policy, and she knew she needed a master’s degree to achieve that. In this video, she says that the close proximity of the California State Capitol and the smaller campus were a few things that attracted her to McGeorge School of Law.
ALUMNI NETWORK
Vanessa Adame, ’18, pursued a degree at McGeorge School of Law because she wanted to get into policy, and she knew she needed a master’s degree to achieve her goals. In this video, she says that the close proximity of the California State Capitol and the smaller campus were a few things that attracted her to McGeorge School of Law.
Kevan Rolfness, MPP ’19
Kevan Rolfness, ’19, decided to pursue a Master’s in Public Policy at McGeorge School of Law because he believed that it would give him the toolkit needed to further his career. Rolfness is a Housing Policy Specialist at the California Department of Housing and Community Development, and he uses the skills he learned at McGeorge daily in his career.
Alumni Network
Kevan Rolfness, ’19, decided to pursue a Master’s in Public Policy at McGeorge School of Law because he believed that it would give him the toolkit needed to further his career. Rolfness is a Housing Policy Specialist at the California Department of Housing and Community Development, and he uses the skills he learned at McGeorge daily in his career.
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Sacramento, California 95817
Phone:
916.739.7019
Email:
graduatelaw@pacific.edu
3200 Fifth Ave. Sacramento, California 95817
McGeorge Graduate Programs
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Sacramento Campus
3200 Fifth Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95817
Admissions: 916.739.7105
Online Graduate Programs
Admissions: 916.739.7109
graduatelaw@pacific.edu
Sacramento Campus
3200 Fifth Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95817