Overview

Students interested in careers as lawmakers, policy analysts, legislative aides, community activists, lobbyists, graduate study of public policy, and attorneys are encouraged to apply to this Public Policy program at the University of Illinois Springfield.

The program’s two-track BA degree option offers an emphasis in American Public Policy or Comparative/International Public Policy, equipping students with the specialized skills desired to pursue advanced studies in public policy, political science, law, and public management.

What you will learn

The Public Policy Bachelor’s Degree curriculum addresses questions surrounding the ethics of policy-making, the conditions in which policies are made, how programs should be implemented, and whether they are effective.

Courses provide in-depth consideration of health, education, labor law, social welfare, environmental, or agricultural policy while equipping students with the tools to participate in the advocacy, drafting, and analysis of public policy.

Practical experience is enhanced by the degree requirement that students complete a six credit-hour internship with a local government or policymaking agency as part of the Public Policy Bachelor’s Degree curriculum.

Internships are designed to introduce students to various post-graduate professional options and can be tailored to students’ unique policy interests. Students will be assisted in obtaining internship opportunities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Comparative Political Cultures
The Cold War and American Political Culture
The American Political System
The American Legal System
State of the State
Comparative State Politics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Springfield, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Complete the Online Admissions Application

Personal Statement – This is an applicant’s chance to tell us about themselves. Describe interests and accomplishments which are not indicated elsewhere on the application.

Academic Statement – Tell us more about professional aspiration, intellectual interests, and personal experiences relevant to the choice of a specific academic program at the University of Illinois at Springfield.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

39990 USD / year

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Out-of-State

39990 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

19914 USD / year

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Living costs

Springfield

United States

1100 - 1500 USD / month

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