The Master of Public Service (MPS) consists of 46 credit hours designed to build a versatile professional toolkit. The curriculum includes 20 credits of core coursework, 17 credits of immersive field service, and nine credits of electives tailored to your specific career goals.
This sample course map illustrates a potential path through the program. Your own schedule may be tailored to fit your specific goals and interests. For a full overview of the program, please visit the Clinton School MPS page.
First Year
| FALL | SPRING |
|---|---|
| Foundations of Public Service | Seminar in Program Evaluation |
| Practicum I | Practicum II |
| Field Research Methods | Data Analysis |
| Program Planning and Development | Theory and Practice of Global Development |
| Communication Processes and Social (Ex)Change |
Summer Term
During the summer, students engage in the International Public Service Project, a key component of our hands-on learning experience. The International Public Service Project, which is supported by a stipend, is an individual, 8-week experience in the summer term. Students can tap into the Clinton School’s extensive network of overseas partnerships. They have served in 100 countries, as well as stateside with organizations that have a global mission.
Second Year
| FALL | SPRING |
|---|---|
| Capstone Proposal | Capstone |
| Elective | Elective |
| Elective |
The MPS curriculum combines core courses with practical field service projects and specialized electives, allowing you to build a degree that aligns with your passion for creating positive change.