Group of Students and faculty in the Department of Public Policy and Public Affairs in class

Department of Public Policy and Public Affairs

UMass Boston's academic programs in public policy and public administration offer:

  • interdisciplinary study of a wide range of political and economic philosophies and theories, with a particular focus on effective government and issues of social equity at the local and global levels
  • small, student-centered classes
  • dedicated and supportive faculty to drive student success