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- School Code: 121800
- Phone: (951) 785-2000
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STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
3:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
40FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,682Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
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Public Policy Degree
The public policy program at Loma Linda University prepares students for careers as legislators and politicians, political staff, policy researchers, and lobbyists. The program focuses on the systematic analysis of public policy issues and decision processes. Program courses include: role of economics and political factors in public decision-making and policy formulation, microeconomic analysis of policy issues, resource allocation and decision modeling, cost/benefit analysis, statistical methods, and application to specific public policy topics. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer public policy degrees.
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Loma Linda University
4500 Riverwalk Parkway, Riverside, CA
Loma Linda University is a nonprofit private institution located in Loma Linda, CA and provides a large number of program options for students. The Seventh Day Adventists affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. About 4,300 students enroll at LLU yearly.
Students may choose from many areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. More information regarding admissions can be found at llu.edu.
The cost of tuition is close to $32,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $3,800. This school may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Contact information, academics information, areas of study, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.llu.edu/index.html.
Students Enrolled in the Public Policy Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Loma Linda University offers a doctorate degree program in public policy.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 0 |
Female | 3 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 1 |
Black | 1 |
White | 1 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Public Policy program at Loma Linda University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Legislators
Description
Develop, introduce or enact laws and statutes at the local, tribal, State, or Federal level. Includes only workers in elected positions.
Career Outlook & Projections (
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According to the BLS, legislators employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
- Total Employment: 320
- Average Annual Salary: $49410
Political Scientists
Description
Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decision-making, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents.
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in political science, international affairs, and international relations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Loma Linda University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Loma Linda University may offer services including:- Distance learning
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment