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As a future leader in public service, you are essential to addressing the world’s urgent challenges. Join us at Harvard Kennedy School to learn how we can accomplish this important work, together.
A Call to Public Service
Watch to hear how the faculty, staff, students, and alumni of Harvard Kennedy School ask what they can do to make a positive impact on their communities.
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Master’s Programs Overview
| Program | Program length | 2025-2026 tuition & fees | Class size (five-year average) | Years of work experience (five-year average) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master in Public Policy (MPP) | Two years | $68,902 | 244 | 3 |
| Master in Public Administration in International Development (MPA/ID) | Two years | $71,115 | 80 | 4 |
| Master in Public Administration (MPA) | Two years | $68,902 | 80 | 5 |
| Mid-Career Master in Public Administration (MC/MPA) | One year | $82,446 (MC/MPA Mason Fellows) | 221 | 14 |
Meet Our Admissions & Financial Aid Assistant Directors
We invite you to be in touch with us about applying to our master’s degree programs. You may email our general inbox to get in touch with the staff member who works with your program of interest.
Katie Kelsall
Katie Kelsall
Assistant Director of Admissions & Financial Aid
Master in Public Policy (MPP): Student last names M-Z
Rodrigue Lembvem
Rodrigue Lembvem
Assistant Director of Admissions & Financial Aid
Mid-Career Master in Public Administration (MC/MPA) including Mason Fellows
Leigh McLaren
Leigh McLaren
Assistant Director of Admissions & Financial Aid
Master in Public Policy (MPP): Student last names A-L
Ruibi Wang
Ruibi Wang
Assistant Director of Admissions & Financial Aid
Master in Public Administration (MPA) and Master in Public Administration in International Development (MPA/ID)
Financial Assistance
We understand that there are many factors to consider when deciding whether to pursue a master’s degree, one of which will be how to finance your education. We are committed to distributing as much financial assistance as possible to our talented students, though support is limited and competitive. Learn more about applying for scholarships and fellowships at HKS.
39%
of enrolled students received Harvard aid for the 2025-2026 academic year
Get to Know the Harvard Kennedy School Community
Virtual Tour
Explore the HKS campus from wherever you are. Navigate to the John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum, where you may one day attend a panel discussion with heads of state and political leaders. Look inside a classroom. Stop in the Student Lounge, where students socialize and study between classes. Get to know the HKS campus.
How to Apply
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Funding Your Master’s Education
Explore all opportunities to fund your master’s education at HKS.