A certificate from the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and the Wisconsin Energy Institute that may be completed while working on a La Follette School Master of Public Affairs (MPA) or Master of International Public Affairs (MIPA) degree.
The Energy Analysis and Policy (EAP) curriculum is a 13-credit masters level curriculum available through any graduate degree granting department, including the La Follette School.
Applying
Applications may be submitted at any time, including concurrently with one’s graduate school application. However, students are encouraged to apply before the end of their first year in graduate school to ensure timely completion of certificate requirements.
Students may take courses that meet certificate requirements prior to completing their application.
Requirements
MPA or MIPA students complete the La Follette core course requirements and take the 13-credit required course curriculum of the EAP as electives to earn their master’s degree and the EAP certificate. Completion of the EAP requirement must occur during the time required to complete the MPA or MIPA degree, typically two years.
Degree plans
A recommended schedule of courses to complete the Energy Analysis & Policy certificate and our master’s degree program.
Student experience
Francie Fink, MPA, EAP
"It became clear that I could attend an excellent, renowned policy school while at the same time living in a fun, mid-sized city."
Manman Ding, MIPA, EAP
"In Cost-Benefit Analysis (PA 881), our team — three fantastic students plus me — is working for La Crosse County to address its shortage of childcare providers."
Jenna Greene, MPA, EAP
"I’ve been able to build more analytical and quantitative skills at La Follette and take energy-specific classes through the Energy Analysis & Policy program."
Henry Hundt, MPA, EAP
"Being able to bring together my experience working with renewable energy technologies and the policy lessons from the EAP Program will be incredibly valuable as I move forward in my career"
Funding
Through a generous gift from Wes and Ankie Foell, the Energy Analysis and Policy (EAP) program is pleased to offer scholarships for new students enrolling in the EAP program.
Up to 11 scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded to incoming or current graduate students who choose to enroll in the EAP program in Spring or Summer.