McCourt School of Public Policy
McCourt School of Public Policy

Tuition, Financial Aid, and Scholarships

Tuition

The tuition rate for the 2024-2025 academic year (Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Summer 2025) will be $2,550 per credit hour. (For incoming MPM students who start in the Summer 2024 term, the tuition rate for the Summer 2024 term will be the 2023-2024 rate of $2,452 per credit hour.)

Below is the standard number of credit hours taken in each academic year of study for the following programs:

To calculate your first year tuition costs, multiply the number of credit hours by the per credit tuition cost. For example, for full-time MPP students, 24 credit hours x $2,550 = $61,200 (or $30,600 per semester).
Program2024-2025
(Year One)		2025-2026
(Year Two)		2026-2027
(Year Three)
MPP (full-time)2424N/A
MPP (part-time)181812
MPM (full-time)36N/AN/A
MPM (part-time)1818N/A
MIDP (full-time)2424N/A
DSPP (full-time)2118N/A

Visit the Office of Revenue and Receivables for additional information regarding additional fees and insurance costs.

Learn about Payment Plan options.

Fees and Expenses

Mandatory Fees: 

*Students may waive out of university’s health insurance plan if they are covered by another plan that meets the university’s requirements

Living Expense Estimates: 

(note, numbers below are from 2023-2024 academic year; we will update this when the Office of Student Financial Services provides us with the updated estimates for 2024-2025)

MPP (full-time), MIDP, DSPP (9 months):

MPP (part-time, 12 months):

MPM full-time (12 months):

MPM part-time (12 months):

Other Expenses:

Be sure to budget for other expenses such as books, travel and transportation, and loan origination fees.

Financial Aid

2023-2024 Estimated Cost of Attendance – MPP, MPPE, MIDP, DSPP

2023-2024 Estimated Cost of Attendance – MPM (full-time and part-time)

2024-2025 Estimated Cost of Attendance coming soon.

For information on federal loan options, go to the Office of Student Financial Services .

Questions regarding federal financial aid programs should be directed to the Financial Aid team at osfsgradfinaid@georgetown.edu .

International Students can view additional financial information on the International Student & Scholar Services page .

Scholarships

If you have received a merit-based scholarship from the McCourt School, you would have received notification and instructions on how to view and accept your award in your admission letter. These are competitive awards based on merit, not financial need.

Scholarships are automatically renewed at the equivalent level in the second year of study (and third year for MPP-Evening students) as long as you remain in good academic standing (i.e. maintain a grade point average of at least 3.0).

For scholarship recipients in dual-degree programs, merit-based scholarships from McCourt are also renewable for one additional year, as long as you remain in good academic standing. The scholarship allocation may vary depending on which dual degree you pursue and when you start each portion of the dual program. Please reach out to Julie Ito at itoj@georgetown.edu if you wish to discuss your dual-degree status and scholarship distribution more specifically.

For scholarship recipients in dual programs with HEC Paris (MiM or SASI), our office will be in touch via email to let you know your scholarship award for your fourth and final term at the McCourt School (Fall 2025).

All full-time applicants who have applied by the December 1st Early Action deadline and the January 15th Priority Deadline are considered for our McCourt Scholar award. Candidates who advance in our screening process will be contacted by late February for a follow-up interview (conducted via Zoom). Those awarded will be notified in early March.

Scholarship Reconsideration

The McCourt School no longer negotiates with students on our merit-based scholarship offers. We believe there are cultural biases and inherent inequities caused by the negotiation process. Because your application was given a thorough review and considered for merit within our applicant pool, we will not adjust our awards based on competing offers you may have received from other schools.

That said, if you have achieved any new academic, professional, and/or personal accomplishments since the time you submitted your application, you may share these updates with us. Your updates will be shared with the Scholarship Committee for a review of your award. Please understand that submitting an update does not guarantee that any changes will be made to your award.

The scholarship reconsideration process has ended for the 2024-2025 academic year. 

Additional Scholarship Opportunities

Pablo Eisenberg Public Interest Fellowship

Description: The endowed Pablo Eisenberg Public Interest Fellowship was created in 2006 to honor the work of McCourt School of Public Policy Senior Fellow Pablo Eisenberg. The fellowships are from September 15, 2024 through April 30, 2025, and are administered by McCourt’s Center for Public and Nonprofit Leadership (CPNL). The fellowships, ranging from ,000 to ,000, are awarded to McCourt students who have demonstrated a strong commitment to social justice and systems change through their work and volunteer experience. Students will provide research and project management support to the CPNL leadership team.

Qualifications: Currently enrolled or new admit who has confirmed enrollment as a full-time student at McCourt. Demonstrated experience in, and commitment to, social justice and systems change. Excellent research and writing skills are required. Students of color are encouraged to apply.

Application: The following materials, which should be collated into one PDF document, are due via email to Dr. Kathy Kretman, CPNL Director at kpk2@georgetown.edu, no later than Wednesday, April 24 at 5:00pmET:

Timeline: Applicants will be notified about the Fellowship awards by May 17, 2024.

Questions: Please contact Dr. Kretman at kpk2@georgetown.edu if you have any questions.

Richmond Foundation Fellowships (this deadline has passed)

Description: The Richmond Foundation Fellows are a select group of McCourt students with demonstrated interest in improving health policy and in increasing their knowledge about the role of oral health in comprehensive health care. The Fellowship award includes a partial-tuition scholarship of up to $35,000 for the 2024-25 academic year, a full-year paid research assistantship to work with select McCourt School faculty and affiliated research centers, and mentorship opportunities. All applicants will still be considered separately for McCourt merit-based scholarships.

Qualifications: All incoming full-time and part-time students in the MPP, MPM, MIDP, and MS-DSPP programs are eligible, including both domestic and international students.

Application: Applications are due no later than Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 5:00pm ET.

Timeline: Finalists will be notified and invited to interview by March 8. Awards decisions will be made by March 27, and students’ decision to accept must be made by April 15.

Other notes: Full description of fellowship available here . Applicants are expected to demonstrate an Interest in improving access, affordability, and quality of health care and insurance, with special preference given to those with interest in oral health care.

Questions: Please contact McCourt McCourt Director of Strategic Initiatives Leslie Evertz (lse5@georgetown.edu) with any questions.

Tech & Public Policy Scholars Program (this deadline has passed)

The McCourt School of Public Policy is pleased to invite applicants for the 2024-25 Tech & Public Policy Scholars Program. The program will provide up to five students enrolled in McCourt School graduate programs (MPP, MPM, MIDP, and MS-DSPP) in the academic year 2024-25 with opportunities to help shape the future of technology policy.

Scholars receive a partial-tuition scholarship of up to $35,000 for tuition expenses in academic year 2024-25, a paid research assistantship to work with select Georgetown faculty and affiliated research centers on projects related to technology policy, and access to special events, discussions, and mentorship through the Tech & Public Policy Program .

Once selected, scholars will be matched to a research assistantship with Georgetown faculty based on students’ alignment with the research team’s needs, position duties, and areas of interest.

Qualifications:

Skills Requirements: Depending on the specific Research Assistantship, scholars will support the faculty or research teams on a range of projects related to examining and advancing human-centered policy solutions to challenges posed by current and future technologies. Necessary skills include:

Application: Interested applicants should submit a brief application here by Friday, March 1, 2024 by 5:00 pm EST for consideration for the 2024-25 scholars cohort. Decisions are expected to be made and communicated to applicants by Friday, March 29, 2024.

Waldemar A. Nielsen Philanthropy Fellowship

Description: McCourt’s Center for Public and Nonprofit Leadership awards an ,000 to ,000 Fellowship to a student who has a keen interest in nonprofit and philanthropic organizations focused on justice and systemic change. The Fellow will support the Center Director and Associate Director in the development of philanthropy teaching case studies; serving as the teaching assistant for the Spring 2025 Philanthropy and Nonprofit class; and coordinating an end-of-year philanthropy event.

Qualifications: Currently enrolled or new admit who has confirmed enrollment as a full-time student at McCourt. Ability to attend the Spring, 2025 Philanthropy, Power and Politics class on Tuesdays, 3:30pm to 6:00pm. Research, writing and event coordination experience required. The Fellow will be part of the Center team and have the opportunity to meet top leaders in the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors.

Application: The following materials, which should be collated into one PDF document, are due via email to Dr. Kathy Kretman, CPNL Director at kpk2@georgetown.edu, no later than Wednesday, April 24 at 5:00pmET:

Questions: Please contact Dr. Kretman at kpk2@georgetown.edu if you have any questions.

Pennywise Foundation Research Assistantship (this deadline has passed)

Description: Thanks to a generous gift, the McCourt School will be hiring a Research Assistant (RA) to work with the Pennywise Foundation in Fall 2024 and Spring 2025. The selected student will have the opportunity to choose one of five potential internships, ranging from nonprofit management to international development. The RA position pays approximately $23.00/hour, and the RA is expected to work up to 20 hours/week during the academic year.

Qualifications: This position is open to all incoming full-time McCourt students, including international students.

Application: Applications are due no later than Monday, February 19 at 5:00pm ET.

Timeline: Here is the timeline for selection:

Other notes: In choosing the Pennywise Foundation RA, we will be guided by several factors but in particular, your interest in the position/Foundation, your previous experience, and your previous academic performance. Please note the award is only good for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Questions: Please contact McCourt Director of Strategic Initiatives Leslie Evertz (lse5@georgetown.edu) with any questions.

Herbert Roback Scholarship 

Description: The National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA) invites applications from eligible students for the Herbert Roback Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year. An award up to $8,000 will be provided to one graduate student. Submission is by nomination only, with two nominations permitted from Georgetown. McCourt is allowed to nominate up to two students to be considered by Georgetown.

Qualifications: Currently enrolled and returning in 2024-2025, or admitted for enrollment, in a full-time master’s degree program in public administration, public and international affairs, or political science. International students are eligible to apply.

Application: The following materials, which should be collated into one PDF documents, are due via email to Director of Strategic Initiatives Leslie Evertz (lse5@georgetown.edu) no later than Wednesday, April 24 at 5:00pmET:

Timeline (please note this is subject to change):

Questions: Please contact Director of Strategic Initiatives Leslie Evertz (lse5@georgetown.edu) with any questions.

Bryce Harlow Fellowship

The Bryce Harlow Fellowship program accepts applications from individuals who work full-time and undertake part-time graduate level studies in public policy, law, and business. The deadline to apply is April 28, 2024. For complete information, including a link to the on-line application, please visit their website .

Waldemar A. Nielsen Philanthropy Fellowship 

Description: McCourt’s Center for Public and Nonprofit Leadership awards an ,000 to ,000 Fellowship to a student who has a keen interest in nonprofit and philanthropic organizations focused on justice and systemic change. The Fellow will support the Center Director and Associate Director in the development of philanthropy teaching case studies; serving as the teaching assistant for the Spring, 2025 Philanthropy and Nonprofit class; and coordinating an end-of-year philanthropy event.

Qualifications: Currently enrolled or new admit who has confirmed enrollment as a full-time student at McCourt. Ability to attend the Spring, 2025 Philanthropy, Power and Politics class on Tuesdays, 3:30pm to 6:00pm. Research and event coordination experience required. The Fellow will be part of the Center team and have the opportunity to meet top leaders in the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors.

Application: The following materials, which should be collated into one PDF document, are due via email to Dr. Kathy Kretman, CPNL Director at kpk2@georgetown.edu, no later than Wednesday, April 24 at 5:00pm ET:

Timeline: Applicants will be notified about the Fellowship awards by May 17, 2024.

Questions: Please contact Dr. Kretman at kpk2@georgetown.edu if you have any questions.

Craig Newmark Scholars (this deadline has passed)

Description: The Craig Newmark Philanthropies is providing a generous gift to support U.S. veterans and military-connected students for 2024-2025 at the McCourt School of Public Policy. Through the gift, we will be able to select five (5) Craig Newmark Scholars who will receive a $20,000 scholarship. All applicants will still be considered separately for McCourt merit-based scholarships.

Qualifications: Students must be veterans, active duty, reserve, and/or military-connected. All incoming full-time and part-time students in any degree programs are eligible to apply . Domestic US applicants only.

Application: Applications are due no later than Thursday, February 15 at 5:00pm ET.

Timeline: Here is the timeline for selection:

Other notes:
*Full description of scholarship available here . *Please note that recipients will have the opportunity to work with the Craig Newmark Philanthropies on amplifying their work at the McCourt School and will be expected to tag the Philanthropies in social media posts as well as include Craig Newmark Scholar in their LinkedIn bios.
*Recipients will also have the opportunity to meet Mr. Newmark and his colleagues to further increase their networking opportunities.
*Please note that the award is only good for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Questions: Please contact McCourt Director of Strategic Initiatives Leslie Evertz (lse5@georgetown.edu) with any questions.

Better Government Lab Digital Governance Fellowship (this deadline has passed)

Description: The Better Government Lab seeks McCourt students interested in providing support for its research efforts on digital governance. This research includes providing advice and evaluation resources to civic tech organizations seeking to modernize the delivery of public services, especially safety net services in US state governments. Students with an interest in the use of technology to improve government are encouraged to apply. The position does not require digital technology skills, but knowledge of the topic, and project management skills and public outreach (conference organization and research dissemination) experience are a plus. The student would work with faculty in organizing state level research projects, maintaining working relationships with civic tech partners, completing reporting requirements to funders and organizing outreach events.

The Fellowship award includes a partial-tuition scholarship of up to $19,200 for the 2024-25 academic year, a full-year paid research assistantship to work with select McCourt School faculty, and mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications: All incoming full-time and part-time students in the MPP, MPM, MIDP, and MS-DSPP programs are eligible, including both domestic and international students.

Timeline: For priority consideration, please submit an application by February 15 at 5:00 pm ET. Finalists will be notified in late-February and invited to interview. Award decisions will be made in early March, and students’ decision to accept must be made by April 15, 2024.

Questions: Please contact Better Government Lab Co-Director Professor Don Moynihan (dm1548@georgetown.edu) with any questions.

Fogel Scholarship (this deadline has passed)

Description: Open to all incoming McCourt School students, the Fogel Scholarship will be awarded to two incoming McCourt students, who will receive an annual tuition scholarship of up to $25,000 and a semester-long research internship with $3,000 stipend to work with scholars, economists, political scientists, and foreign policy specialists at the American Enterprise Institute . All applicants will still be considered separately for McCourt merit-based scholarships.

Qualifications: All students applying or already admitted to the McCourt School’s MPP, MPM, MIDP, and MS-DSPP programs for Summer or Fall 2024 start, are eligible for consideration, including both domestic and international students.

Timeline: Please submit an application no later than Monday, February 19, 2024 at 5:00pm ET. Award decisions will be made in mid-March, and students’ decision to accept must be made by April 15, 2024.

Other notes: Applicants are asked to describe their area of policy interest and how they intend to use their McCourt School education and internship with the American Enterprise Institute to advance it.

Questions: Please contact McCourt Director of Strategic Initiatives Leslie Evertz (lse5@georgetown.edu) with any questions.

Israeli Policy Fellowship 

Description: Israeli students who have received a formal offer of admission to any two-year masters program at the McCourt School of Public Policy can apply to the Israeli Policy Fellowship . The Fellowship will be given to 2 incoming students and offers a tuition subsidy of $40,000 per year for two years as well as training and mentorship from Israeli public policy alumni. During their time on campus, Fellows are responsible for leading Israel-related activities with the goal of sharing with their classmates an authentic, balanced, nuanced, and informed view of Israel. Fellows are expected to demonstrate leadership in existing Israel-related activities on campus and to generate new opportunities for Israel engagement.

Qualifications: The Fellowship is open to individuals who meet the following criteria:

Application/timeline/questions: The 2024 application is now open. Candidates who proceed to the next round will have interviews, and the selection of Fellows will be finalized and announced by April 2024 In order to access the application, please contact yael@israelipolicyfellowship.com.

Wong Family Fellowship (this deadline has passed)

The McCourt School of Public Policy is pleased to invite applicants for the 2024-2025 Wong Family Fellowship. Made possible by generous support from Gerri and Rich Wong, the Fellowship provides one incoming student enrolled in McCourt School graduate programs with financial support toward the completion of their graduate education, alongside with opportunities to engage in rigorous policy research at the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW).

Wong Family Fellowship recipients receive an annual tuition scholarship of up to $25,000 toward one of the McCourt School’s four graduate programs (MPP, MS-DSPP, MPM, MIDP), and a Fall 2024-Spring 2025 paid research internship (.00/hour for up to 20 hours/week) to participate in policy training and contribute to research on issues at the intersection of education and the workforce alongside CEW senior analysts as a research associate.

Application: Interested applicants should submit a brief application here by February 19, 2024 for consideration for the 2023-24 Wong Family Fellowship. Applicants are asked to submit a resume or CV and describe their area of policy interest and how they intend to use their McCourt School education and research assistantship with CEW to advance it.

Details:

Skills Requirements: Strong candidates will demonstrate:

Assistantships

Graduate Assistantships

Graduate Assistants (GAs) will support McCourt School staff typically in an administrative capacity for approximately 10-15 hours per week and are paid hourly (current rate is $19.00 per hour). All students (including international students) may apply for graduate assistant positions in late August. McCourt hires approximately 10-15 GAs per year.

Research Assistantships

Research Assistants (RAs) will support tenure-line McCourt School faculty in their research for approximately 10 hours per week and are paid hourly (current rate is $23.00 per hour). Several of McCourt’s Research Centers hire RAs throughout the academic year and the summer. All students (including international students) may apply for research assistant positions in late August. McCourt hires approximately 30-40 RAs per year.

McCourt Funding Opportunities for Second Year/ Returning Students

Graduate and Research Assistantships

Returning students are eligible to apply for Graduate and Research Assistant positions, as listed above.

Teaching Assistantships

McCourt hires returning students as Teaching Assistants (TAs) for the academic year to help support faculty and students in the quantitative, economics, and data science courses. The pay is $23.00/hour for approximately 8-12 hours per week, and TAs are expected to hold office hours, answer questions, conduct recitations, grade assignments, and/or provide other support for faculty and students. Applications are collected during the summer; McCourt hires approximately 60 TAs per year.

McCourt School Leadership Fellows

The McCourt School Leadership Fellows Program, a year-long program to develop the leadership potential of outstanding returning McCourt students. The selected Leadership Fellows will take part in intensive training workshops in coaching and team-building during the summer. In the fall, Fellows will apply their skills to help incoming McCourt students and develop their own potential through community-building and individual identity exploration exercises. Throughout the year they will continue their personal development and build coaching skills through cohort-activities and continued engagement as they plan and lead activities for the McCourt community. Students will be able to apply in March to serve as a Fellow for the following year.

Colin McCollester Mission Fund

The Colin McCollester Mission Fund was established by the family of Colin McCollester (G’14), who died on December 12, 2019 as a way to remember his generous spirit of doing good by serving others. Recipients will receive a $5,000 stipend to participate in an international internship or short term study abroad program during the Summer or Fall.

Dean’s Scholarships For Returning Students

All part-time and full-time McCourt School students who will be returning in the following academic year (Fall, Spring) and have earned a cumulative GPA of 3.33 or higher are eligible to apply for the Dean’s Scholarships awards. There is approximately $300,000 in additional scholarship funding available. Students are typically awarded scholarships in the range of $1,000 to $20,000. Scholarships are for one academic year and students who are returning for a 3rd or 4th academic year will need to apply again in the following year’s process. Scholarships are competitive and are based on merit.

Whittington Scholarship

The Whittington Scholarship is awarded each year to an outstanding McCourt student in honor of Leslie Whittington, a professor of Economics and Public Finance who was killed during the attacks on 9/11. The scholarship, created in remembrance of Leslie and her family, is typically around $15,000 for one academic year. Only full-time students who have a 3.5 or higher cumulative GPA are eligible to apply. This competitive scholarship is awarded based on academic achievement at McCourt and a student’s contributions to the McCourt community.

Fund for Experiential Learning

The McCourt School strongly believes in the value of experiential learning and internships for students who wish to apply their skills and gain experience while making a difference in their field of interest. This fund seeks to provide financial assistance to any student who wishes to pursue substantive and meaningful experiences and unpaid internships in and outside of Georgetown. With generous support from the CVS Foundation, we can award more stipends than in years past, particularly for our military-connected students and those interested in veterans’ affairs and/or health policy. The Fund typically provides a stipend payment of approximately $3,000 and can be applied for in the summer, fall or spring.

External Scholarships

We have compiled a list of external scholarships that students can pursue:

Third Party Funding Resources

International Student Funding

Note, Georgetown University (and the McCourt School of Public Policy) does not endorse, monitor, promote, or otherwise take responsibility for the scholarships, fellowships, loans, or databases offered on these lists, nor for the organizations that provide them. Students are not required to use any of the resources listed.