University of Minnesota

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S. - Science Technology and Environmental Policy; Master of Public Policy

Format: Campus

Program Description:

MS students are taught to analyze and design policies for appropriate promotion and regulation of science and technology regionally, nationally, and internationally.

The MS program requires 40 semester credits, including approximately 21 required core credits. Six additional credits can be used to complement a student's previous training, such as appropriate courses in science or its history or philosophy for those with social science backgrounds or appropriate courses in the social sciences for those with natural science backgrounds. Students may elect either a Plan A (thesis) or Plan B (non-thesis) program. For those pursuing a Plan A program, the master's thesis will be awarded 10 credits and students must complete a minimum of three additional credits. For those pursuing a Plan B program, 13 credits of additional electives must be chosen in consultation with their advisers. Plan B students also complete a Plan B paper. Although no internship is required, many students complete a professional internship between their two years of study.

International Student Requirements:

TOEFL - minimum score of 600 (paper), 250 (computer) or 100 (internet)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Fringe Rural Area

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999