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“Which policy master’s programs should you apply to? (Part 2)” by Horizon Institute for Public Service
Some policy master’s degrees prepare you much better for a DC policy career than others. This article explains the criteria for where to apply and recommends particular schools.
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Outline:
(00:27) Summary
(03:04) Where to apply: Process and criteria for choosing a degree
(04:08) Subject and curriculum
(07:23) Location
(10:48) Reputation
(14:21) Opportunity cost
(18:27) On-campus work opportunities
(19:33) For international students: STEM degrees
(21:06) Special degree features: part-time, accelerated, and dual/joint
(23:24) Cross-registration options
(24:30) Which specific policy masters should you consider?
(25:21) Policy master's database
(26:16) Top policy master's programs to consider
(31:27) Acceptance rates
(32:38) Experience levels and demographics
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If you’re interested in pursuing a career in emerging technology policy, complete our Policy Career Interest Form, and we may be able to match you with opportunities suited to your background and interests.
The original text contained 25 footnotes which were omitted from this narration.
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Last updated:
February 18th, 2025
Source:
https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/policy-masters/2-where-to-apply
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By Emerging Tech Policy Careers - Horizon Institute For Public ServiceSome policy master’s degrees prepare you much better for a DC policy career than others. This article explains the criteria for where to apply and recommends particular schools.
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Outline:
(00:27) Summary
(03:04) Where to apply: Process and criteria for choosing a degree
(04:08) Subject and curriculum
(07:23) Location
(10:48) Reputation
(14:21) Opportunity cost
(18:27) On-campus work opportunities
(19:33) For international students: STEM degrees
(21:06) Special degree features: part-time, accelerated, and dual/joint
(23:24) Cross-registration options
(24:30) Which specific policy masters should you consider?
(25:21) Policy master's database
(26:16) Top policy master's programs to consider
(31:27) Acceptance rates
(32:38) Experience levels and demographics
---
If you’re interested in pursuing a career in emerging technology policy, complete our Policy Career Interest Form, and we may be able to match you with opportunities suited to your background and interests.
The original text contained 25 footnotes which were omitted from this narration.
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Last updated:
February 18th, 2025
Source:
https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/policy-masters/2-where-to-apply
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Images from the article:
Apple Podcasts and Spotify do not show images in the episode description. Try Pocket Casts, or another podcast app.