leadership
IN A TECHNOCRATIC AGE

Policy as if faith matters. (Because it does.)

MPPA_Lincoln-Memorial-500x330Ready to make your mark?  UST’s Master of Public Policy & Administration program will give you the knowledge, skills, and experience to be principled and effective in public life.

The MPPA program gives leaders formation in contemporary public policy and the Catholic intellectual tradition so they can be transformative in a variety of settings: non-profits, government service, and the corporate world.

Uncertain political times present opportunities. Good leaders know how to make the most of them. From classical texts to guest teaching by leading contemporary authors, UST’s MPPA program equips graduates to step into leadership with vision and skill.

UST’s MPPA program may be completed within one year and is offered 100% online with highly flexible scheduling and optional in-person classes available. 
Your SuccessYour Success

MPPA_Student-&-Mural-500x330At the heart of politics and policy are people making decisions in and for a group. So whether your career path is government service, non-profit leadership, entrepreneurship, or corporate work, an MPPA from UST will set you up for success.

Whether you are looking to enhance your current career or seek new employment, MPPA students have access to UST resources after graduation and beyond.

Alumni of the MPPA program go on to successful careers in many fields such as:

  • Federal, state & local government
  • Nonprofit management
  • Policy analysis
  • Scholarship & teaching
Why UST?Why UST?
Authenticity
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Learn Catholic Intellectual Tradition, Theory meets Practice, and Principled Leadership.

Flexibility
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The MPPA program is designed for working professionals, offered in-person or online, with night classes available.
Authentic Experience
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Gain an expansive professional network and have involvement from day one.
Kevin E. Stuart, Ph.D. Director, MPPA Program

We need leaders who know Aristotle and Humanae Vitae as well as the latest studies and the halls of the Capitol. Our program delivers that.

Dr. Kevin Stuart Director, MPPA Program

Faculty

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Dr. Hans Stockton Associate Vice President, International Relations & Engagement
Dr. Hans Stockton
Associate Vice President, International Relations & Engagement
Dr. Kevin Stuart Director of the Center for Faith and Culture; Interim Director for Catholic Studies and MPPA program; Assistant Professor of Political Science
Dr. Kevin Stuart
Director of the Center for Faith and Culture; Interim Director for Catholic Studies and MPPA program; Assistant Professor of Political Science
Christopher Wolfe, Assistant Professor
Dr. Chris Wolfe
Assistant Professor
Dr. Rick Young Associate Professor Pre-Law Advisor
Dr. Rick Young
Associate Professor Pre-Law Advisor
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Requirements Disclaimer:
International students who wish to maintain or obtain an I-20 form and F-1 student visa or status should participate in the in-person program option.