Juris Doctor [JD] / Master of Public Policy [M.P.P] From University of Massachusetts

The students have to meet the guidelines of both the schools to make into this combined program . For Juris doctor :-

• Students are required to submit a resume and a brief (2-3 pages) typed personal statement explaining the reasons for wishing to study law.
• personal and professional experience
• strong analytical and problem solving abilities
• strong writing skills
• oral communication and listening abilities
• general research skills
• and test required is LSAT 
  • 2 LOR – one from the employer or supervisor 
  • One should be from a faculty member who taught you either in college or in graduate school.

For master of public policy :-

GRE or GMAT or waiver unless applicant has earned graduate degree from accredited school, or unless applicant has completed the Educational Policy, Environmental Policy or Public Management certificate program

The JD/MPP degree can help students to progress in their career or move into a new career and leadership responsibilities in:

• Local, state, and federal agencies, offices, and departments
• Nonprofit organizations
• Non-governmental organizations
• Business, trade and labor associations