LBJ School | The University of Texas at Austin

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Know-how to change the world

Our Degree Programs

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Bachelor of Public Affairs

A degree that prepares graduates with skills in leadership, policy analysis and organizational management for a career in public service at every level, from city hall to Capitol Hill. 

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Master of Public Affairs (MPAff)

The first graduate public affairs program to blend academic theory with practical experience—preparing students to make an immediate impact in the world

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Master of Global Policy Studies (MGPS)

A degree program designed for the globalized world, offering an interdisciplinary and practical command of international policymaking

DC Concentration (MPAff/MGPS)

DC Option (MPAff/MGPS)

An immersive 15-month course of accelerated study and work in Washington DC for careers in domestic and international federal policymaking

PhD in Public Policy

Ph.D. in Public Policy (Ph.D.)

A flexible, interdisciplinary curriculum–emphasizing strong faculty mentorship alongside rigorous analytical and professional training–intended to bridge the gap between academic scholarship and real-world policy impact

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Executive Master of Public Leadership (EMPL)

A 12-month program preparing nonprofit and public professionals for senior leadership with substantial in-person coursework, interaction with high-performing leaders and practical simulations for real world readines

 

Executive and Professional Training

Events

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Event Status
Scheduled
Thursday December 19, 2024, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Virtual via Zoom
The LBJ School's Executive Master of Public Leadership prepares nonprofit and public professionals for senior leadership.
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Event Status
Scheduled
Thursday January 16, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Virtual via Zoom
The LBJ School's Executive Master of Public Leadership prepares nonprofit and public professionals for senior leadership.
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Scheduled
Friday January 24, 2025, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
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Join the Clements Center for National Security and the LBJ School of Public Affairs on Friday, January 24th, 2025 for a conference on the importance of internationalism.

News & Research

LBJ School DC Concentration Class of 2024

From UT Campus to Capitol Hill: Meet the 2024 LBJ DC Center Graduates

Dec. 5, 2024
The ninth cohort of LBJ Washington Center graduate students from the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas embarked on a transformative journey, blending academic rigor with hands-on policy apprenticeships in Washington DC. The students, who graduated in December 2024, reflect on their time at LBJ with gratitude for a supportive community, impactful policy work, and a wealth of experiences that will undoubtedly shape their futures in public service.
Emily Barton

From Austin to Capitol Hill: a 2024 LBJ School DC graduate’s journey

Dec. 5, 2024
Emily Barton’s journey to becoming this year’s DC cohort commencement speaker reflects her deep-rooted Longhorn pride and dedication to public policy and foreign affairs. 
Juan Preciado (MPAff '23)

How an LBJ graduate's public policy education and mentorship shaped his career

Nov. 26, 2024
Juan Preciado (MPAff '23) has always been driven by a belief in the transformative power of public service.