Undergraduate Programs

The Goldman School regularly offers a variety of courses for undergraduates, and to which undergraduates and graduates are admitted. With five of these courses (including Public Policy 101) undergraduates qualify for a minor that is noted on their transcript. Employers and graduate schools recognize a completed minor as indicative of broader preparation than a single degree, not to mention curiosity and willingness to do extra work. The Public Policy minor also certifies interest and background in public affairs.

The NextGen Summer Policy Academy is an innovative, fully funded, three-week program for college juniors who have demonstrated an interest in public service and can contribute to more diverse perspectives in public policy. Taking place in Washington D.C., and then at one of three partner institutions (UC Berkeley, University of Minnesota, or University of Washington), the Summer Policy Academy connects participants with policymakers and policy frameworks, giving them a firsthand understanding of how public policy can be used to build a more equitable, sustainable, and just world.