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The Public Policy Studies (PPS) major has two components: the core curriculum and areas of concentration, plus an optional honors program for those who qualify. Students must also complete several pre-requisites to prepare them for the major. Students may not double-count any single course for both a required part of the core and for an elective. There is no Public Policy Studies minor or advanced degree at Vanderbilt.
Online Application required, Counselor letter of recommendation, Official high school transcript, Statement of Purpose, personal essay and short answer, Two academic teacher letters of recommendation, SAT or ACT scores (Optional), PPS majors must have earned credit for MATH 1201 or 1301 or higher; basic statistics (ECON 1500 or 1510 or both MATH 2820L and either 2810 or 2820); and introductory courses in political science and economics (PSCI 1100, ECON 1010, and ECON 1020). Those with AP credit may be varied out of some of these requirements. Embark on your educational journey with confidence! Our team of admission experts is here to guide you through the process. Book a free session now to receive personalized advice, assistance with applications, and insights into your dream school. Whether you're applying to college, graduate school, or specialized programs, we're here to help you succeed.
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