Sociology + Public Policy (3+1)

The 3+1 Public Policy Program is designed for highly motivated students who are interested in running for public office, working in legislative offices on legislative policy, becoming involved in advocacy or nonprofit work, or pursuing a PhD or law degree. You should enjoy analyzing complex problems and have strong interest in sociology.

Learn more about our Sociology and Public Policy programs.

Department of Politics and Policy Professor Gregory P. Williams oversees the 3+1 Public Policy Program. Valerie Leiter, PhD, is co-director of the program in Public Health and the major advisor for students interested in the BA in Sociology to MA in Public Policy track.

Close mentorship is vital to 3+1 success. You'll work one on one with your advisor throughout the program to ensure your progress and to meet your personal and professional goals.

To find out more about the program, contact Gregory P. Williams or Valerie Leiter.

The career outlook for graduates with advanced degrees in public policy is bright. The MPP degree qualifies you to work in many different capacities within government, as well as the nonprofit and private sectors.

Careers that Change the World

There are many rewarding routes you can take with this degree combination. Some possibilities include:

• Policy analyst for government or the private sector
• Legislative aide
• National, state, or local policymaker
• Budget analyst
• Research associate at a think tank, policy institute, or other organizations that conduct research and engage in advocacy
• Policy specialist at an advocacy organization, direct services agency, or other community resource that offers support and services