USC Price Master’s Programs
USC Price Master’s Programs
The USC Price School of Public Policy equips students to turn their vision for a better world into real impact. You’ll engage with pressing issues, challenge convention, and apply practical knowledge to create change. Ranked #3 in the nation for public affairs schools by U.S. News & World Report, USC Price offers access to leading scholars and practitioners who mentor and collaborate with you on real-world solutions. With Los Angeles as your “living laboratory,” and opportunities in Washington, D.C., and abroad, you’ll gain hands-on experience that empowers you to lead with purpose and make a lasting difference.
Application Deadlines
Spring 2026 (MPA and MUP only)
Domestic Students: November 1, 2025
Fall 2026 (MPA, MUP, MPP, MHA)
Scholarship Admissions: December 15, 2025
International Students: May 1, 2026
Domestic Students: July 1, 2026
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Master of Health Administration (MHA)
You can make a difference. The health care field needs leaders and managers – in hospitals, health plans, medical practices, health-related enterprises, and community health organizations – to make decisions that affect access, quality and cost for millions of people.
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Our MPA program not only prepares you for a career in public administration, but it also provides opportunities to work with outstanding research centers, allows you to specialize in one of six areas, and offers the chance to earn additional certificates.
Master of Public Policy (MPP)
Our nationally recognized MPP program emphasizes three areas: policy process and analysis, economics, and quantitative analysis. With an emphasis on social justice and innovation, your comprehensive studies will be immersive, spanning a variety of disciplines, subjects and scholarship, and culminating in a unique year-long practicum.
Master of Urban Planning (MUP)
Learn from USC Price’s award-winning faculty who are paving the way to critically leverage new data to make cities more just, livable, and sustainable. USC Price has consistently been ranked in the top echelons of national rankings, including #2 for urban policy.
Scholarships
Dean’s Merit Scholarships
The Dean’s Merit Scholarship is a tuition-only scholarship based on a holistic evaluation of candidates’ academic achievements, professional experiences, impact in their field, and alignment with the Price School’s mission. The scholarship is open to domestic, undocumented, and international students admitted into the fall semester for the following on-campus programs: Master of Public Administration, Master of Public Policy, Master of Health Administration, or Master of Urban Planning.
Community Enrichment Endowment Fund Scholarships
Funded by Price Philanthropies, this new award supports eligible Fall 2026 master’s students dedicated to strengthening Southern California communities. Applications open September 2025 and close January 15, 2026. Recipients may receive up to full tuition plus a stipend for expenses like books, housing, and transportation.
James Irvine Scholarship for California Residents
More information coming soon.
Learning in Los Angeles
Earn your degree in the living laboratory of Los Angeles
Representing more than 140 nationalities and 200 languages among its residents, Los Angeles is one of the most complex and diverse cities in the world. Located three miles from downtown, 12 miles from the beach, and 60 miles from both deserts and snow-capped mountains, the University of Southern California offers students the opportunity to enjoy unmatched cultural richness, learning opportunities, and outdoor lifestyle.
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Master of Health Administration (MHA)
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Master of Public Policy (MPP)
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| Date | Name | Register |
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| November 17, 2025 | MPP Info Session | Register |
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