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Dual Degree Programs

The most pressing challenges in our communities require multiple perspectives, conversations and expertise in a variety of fields and at various intersections. A dual degree allows students to earn two degrees concurrently, combining different skill sets and knowledge bases spanning a range of multifaceted areas and expanding network and professional opportunities.


Graduate Dual Degrees

The Hobby School offers several dual degree programs in partnership with University of Houston colleges and departments. Each dual degree program awards two degrees in less time than if a student were to pursue the degrees separately. Applicants must be accepted to both programs to pursue a concurrent degree. Admission to one of the degrees does not guarantee admission to the other program.

    • Master of Arts in Applied Economics/Master of Public Policy (MAAE/MPP)

  • Master of Social Work/Master of Public Policy (MSW/MPP)

  • Juris Doctorate/Master of Public Policy (JD/MPP)

  • Juris Doctorate/Master of Public Administration (JD/MPA)


Accelerated Pathway Programs

Undergraduate/Graduate Dual Degrees, 4+1

The Hobby School offers several dual degree programs for undergraduates, also called accelerated pathway programs or 4+1, in partnership with University of Houston colleges and departments.

Undergraduate students may earn a specified number of graduate-level credits that will apply to both the bachelor's and master's degrees. The accelerated pathway program is available for undergraduate students pursuing business, economics, philosophy, psychology, public policy or Honors College degrees. Earn a Master of Public Policy degree just one year after completing your bachelor's degree.

  • Bachelor of Business Administration/Master of Public Policy (BBA/MPP)

  • Honors College-Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies/Master of Public Policy (Honors College-BA/BS Liberal Studies/MPP)

  • Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Economics/Master of Public Policy (BA/BS Economics/MPP)

  • Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy/Master of Public Policy (BA Philosophy/MPP)

  • Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Master of Public Policy (BA/BS Psychology/MPP)

  • Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Public Policy/Master of Public Policy (BA/BS Public Policy/MPP)