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A National Leader in Public Affairs Education

Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy at the University at Albany is proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top schools in the country. Talented students come to Rockefeller for the knowledge and tools to make a difference in the world. 

Offering undergraduate, master's and doctoral level degree programs in public administration, political science, criminal justice, and international affairs, as well as graduate certificate programs, we pride ourselves on preparing dynamic leaders who will shape the public policies of the future.

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Rockefeller College Celebrates 75th Anniversary
95%
of MPA graduates in the class of 2023 secured full-time employment within nine months of graduation.
80%
of MPA internships are paid and have an average payrate of $20.03/hour.
83%
of NYS Assembly Graduate Interns were Rockefeller College students in 2024.
#5
Information & Technology Management graduate specialization in the nation.
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Nationally Ranked MPA

U.S. News & World Report ranks the MPA program at Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy 27th in the country out of 268 public affairs programs.
 

Within the field of public affairs, Rockefeller is ranked in the following specialties:

  • 5th in Information and Technology Management
  • 7th in Homeland Security and Emergency Management
  • 17th in Public Management and Leadership
  • 18th in Local Government Management
  • 21st in Nonprofit Management
  • 31st in Public Policy Analysis
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5 Questions with CTG UAlbany Research Director Mila Gascó-Hernandez
The Center for Technology in Government (CTG UAlbany) Research Director Mila Gascó-Hernandez has worked for a wide variety of organizations, providing expertise in the areas of information and knowledge in society. Gascó-Hernandez provides insight into the role that organizations such as libraries can play in advancing our knowledge and understanding of AI.
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Endowed Professorships, President’s Excellence Awards Announced
Two dozen University faculty and staff members were recognized Wednesday for their service to the institution with endowed professorships and the President’s Excellence Awards.
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UAlbany Graduate Schools Receive Top Marks in U.S. News & World Report 2025 Rankings
The University at Albany continues to be recognized for its exceptional graduate schools, earning top marks in the newly released 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings. Programs featured in the rankings this year include Public Affairs, Public Health, Education, Business, and Engineering, demonstrating UAlbany remains a leader in preparing the next generation of scholars and professionals.
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Noteworthy: Research grants, awards and publications
The latest developments on University at Albany faculty and staff who are receiving research grants, awards and other noteworthy attention.
The United States, through the US Agency for International Development (USAID) distributes more foreign aid than any other country in the world.
Appe Discusses How Nonprofits Can Tackle Funding Gaps in 'The Conversation'
The U.S. government is the largest provider of foreign assistance in the world, doling out $68 billion annually. With USAID facing significant cuts under the Trump administration, Rockefeller College Associate Professor Susan Appe writes in "The Conversation" how nonprofits can fill the funding gaps that are likely ahead.

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