Master of Public Policy (MPP)
at The George Washington University, Washington D.C.

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Master of Public Policy (MPP)
at
GW
Overview

The The George Washington University offers a really good Master of Public Policy (MPP) program at the PG level, which lasts for 2 years. To get admission to the program, students must meet the requirements for the course which include having a valid score on tests like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo. The The George Washington University tuition fee for the first year of the Master of Public Policy (MPP) is USD 40,400 (INR 3,877,996). Also, the students should budget well for living expenses, which has:

Accommodation (rent or hostel)
Food
Books
Other important utilities

Duration	2 years
Tuition & Fees	₹38.37 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

Master of Public Policy (MPP)

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Master of Public Policy (MPP)
at
GW
Fees

Students are required to pay the first-year tuition fee as per the The George Washington University Master of Public Policy (MPP) fee structure. In addition to tuition costs students should budget for

housing
food
other utilities

The overall cost may vary depending on additional charges imposed by The George Washington University. Students have to pay a total first-year tuition fee of USD 40,400 (INR 3,877,996) for The George Washington University. Refer to the table below for a detailed fee breakdown of the The George Washington University Master of Public Policy (MPP).

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 38,36,818
Application Fee	INR 7,598

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Insurance	INR 2,84,817
Transportation	INR 1,04,468

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 94.97075 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 19ᵗʰ February 2025

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Master of Public Policy (MPP)
at
GW
Entry Requirements

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Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Applicants who have earned their degrees outside of the US must hold degrees from institutions in compliance with their national standards

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TOEFL

Marks - 100/120
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PTE

Marks - 68/90

IELTS

Marks - 7/9
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Duolingo

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Master of Public Policy (MPP)
at
GW
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#44	Aerospace Engineering PG US News & World Report, 2026
#201	Engineering THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#301	Biological Sciences QS, 2026

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The George Washington University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

50% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Academically oriented

Internships3.5

Part time work3

Post study jobs3.5

Quality of faculty5

Student Life4.5

Value for money4

Public transportation5

Safety4.5

Indian Food4

Permanent Immigration3

Anonymous

Master of Science in Data Analytics - Batch of 2027

3.3

Masters at the George Washington University.

Tips: If you haven't been offered a scholarship, please do ask them, send them an email. They offer scholarships to almost every master's and PhD student, so don't miss out on that. In terms of transition, forget Indian food, especially buying it out, get all you need to cook Indian food from home, save time, money and most importantly, tastes so much better.

Likes (Public transportation): The campus is connected really well in terms of public transportation. Since Virginia is well connected because of the same they have pretty good Indian stores and restaurants compared to Foggy Bottom, DC. Hence, we make many trips. However safety is of no concern within the campus. If you're stepping out you may have to be cautious.

Dislikes (Part time work): Due to the new rules, any international student studying under the F1 visa can only work part time within campus. This, as a result created a huge competition towards getting these job roles.Its not that you cannot land a part time but you must constantly apply and you should be able to land a decent one within 3-6 months. Part times are generally not that stressful. You can easily manage your studies as part times timings can be flexible depending on your class schedule. A point to note here is you may land a campus part time in a different campus you have free shuttles to connect you there from the main campus or you may use the metro, for which u can opt for the UPASS program which saves you a lot of money on public transportation. The average payout for any part time is usually about 18 dollars per hour and you are allowed to work over 40 hours during vacation and 20 hours per week while classes are going on. The pay can go up to 20 dollars as well.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1200

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 98250

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2024

4.7

Diverse and Rewarding GWU

Tips: Newcomers should be prepared for a vibrant diverse community. Transitioning here involved adapting to a significant cultural shift enriching my global perspective. I secured a scholarship through academic merit.

Likes (Safety): Facilities like emergency call stations safety apps and escort services contribute to a secure environment. I haven't had any bad experiences in the city reinforcing my confidence in the university commitment to student safety.

Dislikes (Internships): George Washington University offers good support and resources for finding and applying to relevant internships in the Computer Science field though finding the perfect match requires personal effort and connections.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 900

Prepping time for classes28 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 80000

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2024Read more

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Master of Public Policy (MPP)
at
GW
Highlights

The Master of Public Policy (MPP) program at the Trachtenberg School prepares students to dig deep into the data and the details as they explore the theories behind the public policy that shapes our governments and our world
In addition to core coursework, MPP and MPA students choose a field of study tailored to their unique interests and career objectives, either from the list of pre-approved options or designed in consultation with an advisor
Classes for the MPP are held on the University's main Foggy Bottom campus. Many classes are in the evenings, enabling full-time and part-time students to pursue their degree while working