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Bachelor of Arts Major in Political Science/Master Public Policy

USA

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What will I learn?

The BA in Political Science to Master of Public Policy dual-degree program allows students to finish both an undergraduate degree and graduate degree at University of the Pacific in just five years. A total of five courses are double counted toward both degrees, giving students significant time and financial savings. You will finish this program on Pacific’s Sacramento Campus, which offers a robust network for internships during the fifth year and many local employment opportunities in public policy upon graduation.Pathway breakdownBA in Political Science - complete in 3.5 yearsMPP - coursework starts in the program’s fourth year and completes after year 5Total time to BA & MPP degree: 5 years5 courses double count towards both degreesStudy at both the Stockton and Sacramento campusesStudy in California's CapitalEarn a Master of Public Policy in California's capital city of Sacramento, where crucial policy decisions that impact the entire nation - including important economic policies - are made.McGeorge School of LawThe MPP program is the first of its kind by a law school and offers a unique blend of legal analysis with the data skills, research, analysis and evaluation that are gained with a background in economics.

Which department am I in?

College of the Pacific

Study options

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees
US$58,140.00 per year
Housing Expenses: USD $15,211; Miscellaneous Expenses: USD $5,274; Masters: USD $1,500 per credit
Start date

August 2027

Venue

Stockton Campus

3601 Pacific Ave.,

Stockton,

California,

95211, United States

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees
US$58,140.00 per year
Housing Expenses: USD $15,211; Miscellaneous Expenses: USD $5,274; Masters: USD $1,500 per credit
Application deadline

15/11/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Sacramento Campus

3200 Fifth Ave.,

Sacramento,

California,

95817, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

In addition to the online application, you must also send the following to complete your application and be considered for admission:

Transcripts

  • Official, sealed copies of transcripts for all high school and college coursework are required for all freshman and must be sent to the Office of Admission.
  • Failure to acknowledge and submit all transcripts may be grounds to deny or revoke admission, to be dismissed from the University, or to have any degrees granted revoked.
  • Proof of graduation from high school in the form of a final transcript is required for all freshman and is due on or before the first day of class. GED or state high school equivalency exam may also be accepted.

Personal Statement

The following items are optional and are not required to complete your application. However, submitting these items can enhance your application and make your submission more competitive.

Letter of Recommendation from High School Counselor or Teacher

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