Master in Urban Analytics and Policy (UAP)
earn a master in urban analytics and policy from the Biden School
The fundamental learning goals of the Master in Urban Analytics and Policy (UAP) at the Biden School are the development of skills in data science, analytics, analysis, and ethics; critical thinking, concept integration, and rigorous examination of the conditions of society; articulation of the consequences and implications of changes to public policy; and effective communication of findings to the policy world through policy analysis and data visualization.
ALUMNI IN ACTION
Biden School alumni are a community of problem solvers and 鈥渇ixers鈥 committed to helping communities here in Delaware, the nation, and around the world. Our alumni work in academia, politics, government, law, policy, activism, non-profits and the private sector. 听
learn what you can do with an urban analytics and policy Master's degree
start your application
- Apply online with the 91原创 Graduate College
- Fill out the Biden School supplemental application form below
- Gather relevant documents to upload
- Submit your application
MA UAP Admissions Deadlines
- Fall Admission: December 15 (priority deadline)
- Fall Admission: August 15 (regular deadline)
ADMISSIONS FAQs
Our graduate application system is designed to put you in control of not only the application but all documents associated with it. We have designated areas within the application where each required document should be uploaded.听Please note that the online MPA program requires two years of professional experience.
You鈥檒l need:
- A completed听online application
- A bachelor鈥檚 degree from an accredited four-year university
- A current r茅sum茅
- Unofficial copies of your transcripts (we鈥檒l need official versions once you鈥檙e admitted)
- Letters of recommendation:听You provide names and email addresses for your recommenders, and recommendation forms are emailed directly to them from the online application. Instructions are included as to how to return the completed forms electronically. You can submit your application before your letters of recommendation are complete.
- A personal statement
- Biden School supplemental application form (linked below)
- No GRE required听
- The Biden School does not require the GRE for admission.
- The Biden School听accepts the minimum English proficiency test scores listed in the Graduate Admissions Test scores section.
The 91原创 Graduate College and the Biden School cannot waive fees solely based on financial hardship.
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91原创 Graduate College Application Fee Waiver: Please see if you qualify for a Graduate College fee waiver here.听
- Scroll down the page until you come to Application Fee Waivers. Click the 鈥+鈥 sign for more information.
- Questions regarding applying for a Graduate College-issued application fee waiver should be directed to Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@udel.edu.听
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Biden School Application Fee Waivers:听If you do not meet Graduate College criteria for an application fee waiver, then you may be eligible for a fee waiver through the Biden School.听
Waivers are granted based on the Biden School goals below:
- Recognizing exceptional student achievement and merit.
- Increasing social mobility by supporting first-generation college students.
- Expanding the diversity of our student body by encouraging applicants who bring unique perspectives shaped by life experiences.
- Expanding our cultural and experiential diversity by enrolling individuals with significant work experience, applied expertise, international perspectives, or military service.
Urban Data Science Certificate
Graduate certificates are perfect for mid-career professionals who want a continuing education program, students who want a specialized add-on to their degree, or students who wish to ease into graduate study.鈥嬧 These 12-credit opportunities are open both to existing 91原创 undergraduate and graduate students and to external applicants.
get to knoW听the biden school faculty and their work
Biden School faculty embraces the 鈥淒elaware Model鈥 of integrating research, teaching, and public service to prepare graduates to impact communities locally and globally.听Our faculty are productive scholars, excellent teachers, and听skilled practitioners with decades of experience in their field.听