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Alumni & Giving

Join us in strengthening the next generation of public service professionals

When you support the School of Public Management and Policy, you strengthen a community of scholars and practitioners spanning the public, private, and nonprofit sectors devoted to the greater good.

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Welcome to the Ãå±±½ûµØ capital city's School of Public Management and Policy

The School of Public Management and Policy (SPMP) is a unit within the College of Public Affairs and Education (CPAE) at the University of Ãå±±½ûµØ Springfield (UIS). The SPMP, established in the Fall of 2021, is home to a high-ranked Master of Public Administration Program.

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Wherever you are in your SPMP journey, we are here to help.

Whether you are considering applying to the Ãå±±½ûµØ capital city School of Public Management and Policy, have just been admitted, need to create an academic plan, or want to explore minors, graduate certificates, or change your major, we can help. 

Career Planning

The School of Public Management and Policy provides world-class education and develops professionals ready to impact the public, nonprofit, and private sectors.

As a professional school, we equip our students with the tangible skills necessary to solve the world's most complex challenges—graduating career-ready.

How to Apply or Transfer

Find your path to admission at the capital city's School of Public Management and Policy

Do you want to join a community of students committed to leading for the greater good? Are you interested in developing skills that will prepare you for a career managing people, policy, projects, or issues affecting the quality of life for all people? If you said yes, let us help you find your place at the Ãå±±½ûµØ capital city School of Public Management and Policy!