“La Follette deepened my understanding of the interconnectedness between local actions and global impacts, reinforcing my commitment to evidence-based, inclusive policymaking.”
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Graham Stier, MPA
“As an undergraduate student at UW–Madison, I found the Accelerated program highly appealing because I’ll be able to graduate in five years with a master’s degree that provides me with a real-world skill set.”
Summer Mitchell, MPA
“La Follette sharpened my ability to communicate policy issues concisely, craft clear recommendations, and use data-driven analysis to evaluate policy effectiveness.”
Richmond Panford, MPA
“The La Follette School emphasizes training and education in evidence-based policy.”
Cameron Towne, MPA
“I’ve appreciated meeting classmates with very different experiences (both professional and personal) who come from all over the world.”
Eltaj Sadigova, MPA
“My courses at the La Follette School have equipped me with the analytical tools and policy knowledge essential for my career goals. The program’s emphasis on real-world applications and practical experience has also prepared me to engage in impactful work within governmental organizations, particularly in the field of international relations”
Hunter McCormick, MPA
“What made me choose La Follette was the responsiveness and care from staff members and the ability to ‘shape your own degree’ with electives.”
Sabina Huseynova, MPA
“The La Follette School’s small class sizes and low teacher-to-student ratio allow for personalized learning and mentorship. The school’s strong emphasis on quantitative skills and its location in a capital city make it ideal for practical learning in public policy.”
Mohammad Eshaghi, MPA, EAP
“I always had this passion for witnessing the result of my work and effort in the real world and making a tangible impact on society.”
Connor Smith, MPA
“La Follette gets into the weeds of policy work, and you can follow your values to learn how to address problems in policy areas you care about.”