Professional Degree Programs Comparison
Maxwell offers a range of degree and certificate programs in a variety of formats. We offer accelerated options for applicants with more experience looking to expand their skills or advance in their career in a flexible learning environment that fits their busy schedules. Dual degree programs allow students to customize their experience and complete two degrees in less time.
Explore our programs and tailor your educational experience to meet your career goals.
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MPA
A comprehensive public management and policy analysis degree that prepares students for positions of leadership in the public sector.
Program Length
12 months, or
18 months (includes summer internship)
Curriculum
40 credits
Location
Syracuse
Experience
Many students have 2-5 years of work, internship, or volunteer experience.
Admissions Requirements
GRE or GMAT (recommended)
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
February 1
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MA IR
A strong interdisciplinary approach to the field of international affairs, combining scholarship, research, and practical skills to serve global careers.
Program Length
16 months
Curriculum
40 credits
Internship required
Location
Syracuse
Experience
Many students have 2-5 years of work, internship, or volunteer experience.
Admissions Requirements
GRE or GMAT (optional)
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
February 1
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MPA/MA IR
Brings together an invaluable experience of international expertise and public management skills.
Program Length
24 months
Curriculum
58 credits
Internship required
Location
Syracuse
Experience
Many students have 2-5 years of work, internship, or volunteer experience.
Admissions Requirements
GRE or GMAT (recommended)
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
February 1
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MA PDGC
Trains students to carry out public communications for governments, nongovernmental organizations, and the private sector
Program Length
18 months
Curriculum
43 credits
Location
Syracuse
Admissions Requirements
GRE (optional)
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
January 15
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MA IR/MA in Economics
Provides rigorous course of study for a strong grounding in economic concepts to be applied to global issues of governance and policy.
Program Length
24 months
Curriculum
58 credits
Internship required
Location
Syracuse
Experience
Many students have 2-5 years of work, internship, or volunteer experience.
Admissions Requirements
GRE or GMAT (optional)
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
February 1
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MPA/JD
For students seeking a career in law that intersects with the public policy arena.
Program Length
36 months
Curriculum
72 credits (JD)
27 credits (MPA)
Location
Syracuse
Experience
Many students have 2-5 years of work, internship, or volunteer experience.
Admissions Requirements
GRE or GMAT (non-SU students, recommended)
LSAT (SU students)
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
February 1
May only apply before or during your initial year at SU College of Law.
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JD/MA IR
For students seeking a career in law that has an international affairs focus, particularly relevant to careers where there are many layers of legal authority.
Program Length
36 months
Curriculum
72 credits (JD)
27 credits (MAIR)
Location
Syracuse
Experience
Many students have 2-5 years of work, internship, or volunteer experience.
Admissions Requirements
GRE or GMAT (non-SU students. optional)
LSAT (SU students)
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
February 1
May only apply before or during your initial year at SU College of Law.
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MPA or MA IR/MPP or MIA
Building the next generation of transatlantic policy specialists
Program Length
24 months
Location
Syracuse & Berlin
Many students have 2-5 years of work, internship, or volunteer experience.
Admissions Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
Applications accepted year-round
Priority Deadlines
July 1 for fall entry
November 1 for spring entry
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EMPA
Prepares managers for the challenges of leading organizations in the public and private sectors in the midst of dynamic global change.
Program Length
12-84 months
Curriculum
30 credits
Location
Syracuse
Experience
7 or more years of work experience in a position with significant organizational or managerial responsibility
Admissions Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
Applications accepted year-round
Priority Deadlines
July 1 for fall entry
November 1 for spring entry
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EMIR
Focuses on the global arena, highlighting the opportunities and challenges facing leaders in a dynamic, international environment
Program Length
12-84 months
Curriculum
30 credits
Location
Syracuse
Experience
7 or more years of work experience in a position with significant organizational or managerial responsibility
Admissions Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
Applications accepted year-round
Priority Deadlines
July 1 for fall entry
November 1 for spring entry
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EMPA/EMIR
Integrates the opportunities and challenges in the global arena with leading organizations in the public and private sectors
Program Length
12-84 months
Curriculum
51 credits
Location
Syracuse
Experience
7 or more years of work experience in a position with significant organizational or managerial responsibility
Admissions Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
Applications accepted year-round
Priority Deadlines
July 1 for fall entry
November 1 for spring entry
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EMIR
For midcareer professionals looking to advance their career and deepen their understanding of critical global issues
Program Length
18-20 months, part-time
Curriculum
30 credits
Location
Washington, DC
Experience
7 or more years of work experience in a position with significant organizational or managerial responsibility
Admissions Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
Applications accepted year-round
Priority Deadlines
July 1 for fall entry
November 1 for spring entry
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EMPA
Prepares experienced public servants to advance within government, nonprofit, and for-profit organizations, both nationally and internationally.
Program Length
15-30 months
Curriculum
30 credits
Location
Online
Experience
5 or more years of work experience in a position with significant organizational or managerial responsibility
Admissions Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
TOEFL for non-native English speakers
Application Deadline
Applications accepted year-round
Priority Deadlines
July 31 for fall October entry
November 6 for January entry
February 6 for April entry
May 8 for July entry
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Offered with the Moynihan Institute's Transnational NGO Initiative at the Maxwell School
Curriculum
12 credits
Location
Syracuse
Format
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
MPA
MAIR
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Offered with the Program for the Advancement of Research on Conflict and Collaboration at the Maxwell School
Curriculum
12 credits
Location
Syracuse
DC
Online
Format
Standalone
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
MPA
MAIR
EMPA
EMIR
EMIR in DC
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Curriculum
15 credits
Location
Syracuse
Format
Standalone,
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
MPA
MAIR
EMPA
EMIR
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Curriculum
12 credits
Location
Syracuse
Washington, DC
Format
Standalone
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
EMPA
EMIR
EMIR in DC
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Offered with SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
Curriculum
15 credits
Location
Syracuse
Format
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
EMPA
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Offered with the Moynihan Institute's Center for European Studies at the Maxwell School
Curriculum
12 credits
Location
Syracuse
Format
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
MAIR
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Curriculum
12 credits
Location
Syracuse
Format
Standalone
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
MPA
EMPA
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Offered with the Moynihan Institute's Program on Latin America and the Caribbean at the Maxwell School
Curriculum
12 credits
Location
Syracuse
Format
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
MAIR
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Curriculum
12 credits
Location
Syracuse
Washington, DC
Format
Standalone
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
EMPA
EMIR
EMIR in DC
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Offered with the Moynihan Institute's Middle Eastern Studies Program at the Maxwell School
Curriculum
12 credits
Location
Syracuse
Format
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
MAIR
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Offered with Syracuse University's Institute for National Security and Counterterrorism
Curriculum
12 credits
Location
Syracuse
Washington, DC
Online
Format
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
MPA
MAIR
EMPA
EMIR
EMIR in DC
Online EMPA
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Curriculum
12 credits
Location
Syracuse
Washington, DC
Online
Format
Standalone
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
EMPA
EMIR
EMIR in DC
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Curriculum
15 credits
Location
Syracuse
Washington, DC
Format
Standalone
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
EMPA
EMIR
EMIR in DC
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Offered with Syracuse University's Institute for National Security and Counterterrorism
Curriculum
12 credits
Location
Syracuse
Washington, DC
Online
Format
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
MPA
MAIR
EMPA
EMIR
EMIR in DC
Online EMPA
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CAS
Certificate of Advanced Study
Offered with the Moynihan Institute's South Asia Center at the Maxwell School
Curriculum
12 credits
Location
Syracuse
Format
Concurrent with a degree program
Degree Programs
MAIR
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