Public Policy and Law

College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences

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What is Public Policy and Law?

Public Policy & Law is designed for students interested in how laws and public policies shape society. In this major, you'll study topics such as government, law, economics, public policy, and advocacy. You'll learn how policies are developed, evaluated, and implemented, and how they affect issues such as agriculture, the environment, consumers, and international affairs. You'll also have opportunities to gain hands-on experience through policy analysis, travel experiences, and engagement with government, nonprofit, and industry leaders.

Career Options

Government relations specialist
Legislative aide
Nonprofit program coordinator
Policy analyst
Public affairs manager
Regulatory affairs analyst

Post-Graduation Success¹

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Program Resources

College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Program Webpage Degree Requirements

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

Calculus preferred (if available at high school)
Experiences related to the major

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Handbook

Graduation & Retention²

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First-Year retention rate: N/A

Four-year graduation rate: N/A

Six-year graduation rate: N/A

Annual Program Costs³

Illinois Resident

Tuition: $14,882
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,558
Total: $39,622

Non-Resident

Tuition: $37,558
Fees: $5,182
Expenses:$19,898
Total: $62,638

International

Tuition: $38,600
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,898
Total: $63,680

Related Majors

Consumer Economics and Finance - ACES

Environmental and Resource Economics and Policy - ACES

Global Studies - LAS

Political Science - LAS

Urban Studies and Planning - FAA

¹ Post-graduate data was collected through the Illini Success initiative, which primarily relies on self-reported survey data sources. Statistics are aggregated from the past three years. Please note that total compensation may be greater than annual salary as other forms of compensation (e.g., signing bonus, commission, benefits) are not included. For more information on Illini Success data and methods, please visit the Illini Success website. For average wage or salary information five years after entry into an occupation, visit the Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer.

² Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Data may not yet be available for newly created programs. Years-to-degree data is only available for programs from which you can earn a degree. Retention and graduation rates are only available for programs that you can apply directly into. Retention rates reflect retention to the university, not necessarily retention within the major.

³ "Expenses" are estimated and include books, supplies, housing, and other living expenses. The exact amount you’ll pay depends on where you decide to live, the meal plan you choose, and your overall lifestyle. To learn more about costs, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website. To learn the average monthly student loan payment over a period of 20 years based on estimated cost, visit the Illinois College2Career website.