Master of Public Policy (MPP) at the Willy Brandt School
Two-year international master’s program taught entirely in English, featuring practical policy analysis projects, global governance concentrations, and an integrated internship.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Undergraduate degree in social science, economics, law, or humanities with minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA
- English language proficiency
- IELTS Academic 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of purpose, resume, and analytical essay on a pressing public policy issue
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic or professional reference letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Partial tuition waivers and Brandt School merit grants up to €3,200
- Application fee
- €75
- Tuition / joining costs
- €1,600 per semester (€6,400 total tuition for the full two-year program)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 28, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Erfurt documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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