Go outside your selected major to broaden your skillset and explore new ways of thinking

• Child Advocacy Studies (CAST)
  • Available online or on-campus, this minor offers a collaborative approach to training and educating front-line professionals and the next generation of child welfare practitioners.

• New Minors are in the works, so stay tuned …

Dive deeper into an area of interest through our graduate & professional certificates

Our certificate programs start with a core of required courses and include a choice of several electives, all designed to boost your skills in the workplace. Our degree-seeking students can satisfy their elective requirements and earn a certificate at the same time. Since life-long learning is a must, these certificates are also a great option for the non-degree seeking student.

A Professional Doctorate for the Civic Minded

The Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) program is devoted to bridging the worlds of scholarship and practice. We intend to spark discussions and stimulate research that improves public and nonprofit management and public policy in Illinois, the nation, and the broader global community.

The core professional degree for a career improving the quality of life for all people

The core professional degree for a career analyzing complex social, political, and economic issues

The Master of Public Policy (MPP) program will provide you with the analytical skill, decision-making frameworks, and subject matter expertise to address complex policy questions. You will graduate with the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

The core professional degree for a management career in public service

Invest in yourself, your career, and your future

The Illinois capital city School of Public Management and Policy is a highly-ranked public affairs school and an affordable option. All of our programs provide a top-notch education at a reasonable tuition rate per credit hour. For an estimate of your education costs, use the tuition calculator.