The dual degree in law and public affairs is a cooperative program between the Law School and the La Follette School of Public Affairs enabling students to earn both the JD and a Master of Public Affairs (MPA) or a Master of International Public Affairs (MIPA). No more than 15 credits of dual degree coursework graded B or better may be applied to reach the 90-credit total required to earn the JD (Rule 3.05).

Learn more about the Master of Public Affairs (MPA)

Learn more about the Master of International Public Affairs (MIPA)

Information specific to the JD/MPA/MIPA dual degree

Admission requirements and procedures for the LaFollette School of Public Affairs

Contact: Mo O'Connor, Admissions & Academic Advising Coordinator, mcoconnor@lafollette.wisc.edu