Student 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.”

“I was drawn by the La Follette School’s reputation, quality of education, program flexibility, and location.”

“Following a career in public affairs to me has always meant giving back to and having consideration for the larger communities we are nestled within.”

“Central to my career goals is the desire to effect positive change and empower individuals through the formulation and implementation of impactful public policies.”

“It became clear that I could attend an excellent, renowned policy school while at the same time living in a fun, mid-sized city.”

“The most rewarding aspect of La Follette is the personal connections you can form.”

“The most rewarding experience has been getting to know my cohort and the faculty. It truly is a community at La Follette.”

“The La Follette School has helped me define how I can create an impact in my policy interest areas while teaching me the technical skills I need in order to do so.”

“We are encouraged to take everything that we’ve learned in our classes, use it in our professional lives, and spread that knowledge throughout the communities we engage in.”