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Public Policy

Master the art and science of policy analysis with our Public Policy track. Learn to analyze, develop, and advocate for effective education policies that improve outcomes for students and communities.

10 Courses
30 Credits
4 Semesters

Who Is This Track For?

Ideal for students interested in policy analysis, legislative work, or government service. Perfect for those who want to understand how policy is made and how to influence it for better education outcomes.

Career Outcomes

  • Policy Analyst
  • Legislative Aide
  • Government Relations Specialist
  • Think Tank Researcher
  • Advocacy Organization Staff

Core Competencies

  • Policy Analysis and Evaluation
  • Legislative Research
  • Advocacy and Coalition Building
  • Evidence-Based Decision Making

Course Curriculum

10 courses taking you from policy fundamentals to hands-on internship experience and capstone research.

Sample Course Schedule

Complete the Public Policy track in 4 semesters with this recommended sequence.

Semester 1 (Fall)

6 credits
EDPP 101
Introduction to Public Policy
EDPP 110
Education Policy Foundations

Semester 2 (Spring)

9 credits
EDPP 201
The Legislative Process
EDPP 210
Policy Analysis Methods
EDPP 220
Education Finance Policy

Semester 3 (Fall)

9 credits
EDPP 301
Advocacy and Policy Change
EDPP 310
Education Law and Policy
EDPP 320
Evidence-Based Policy Making

Semester 4 (Spring)

6 credits
EDPP 401
Policy Internship Experience
EDPP 490
Capstone: Policy Analysis Project

Track Resources

Download course materials, analysis tools, and guides to support your learning.

Public Policy Track Syllabus Pack

Complete syllabi for all 10 courses in the Public Policy track.

PDF - 4.5 MB

Policy Analysis Toolkit

Templates, frameworks, and worksheets for policy analysis.

ZIP - 3.8 MB

Legislative Tracking Guide

How to track and analyze education legislation at state and federal levels.

PDF - 2.2 MB

Policy Brief Writing Guide

Templates and examples for writing effective policy briefs.

PDF - 1.8 MB

Ready to Shape Education Policy?

Join the Public Policy track and learn to make a difference in education.