The FSU Masters of Applied American Politics & Policy (MAAPP) program is a leading graduate program providing practical career training in an intellectually challenging environment for individuals committed to making a difference in the world through the political process. 

MAAPP is a Master of Science degree designed for those who seek active careers in a range of political fields including: Campaigns, Fundraising, Political Communications, Lobbying, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Affairs, etc. MAAPP has two distinct advantages over other political science graduate programs: flexible enrollment options including evening courses for students holding full-time jobs during the day, and the significant political networks available due to our location in Tallahassee, the capital city of the third-largest state in the U.S.

Established in 2001, MAAPP has over 500 graduates who hold prominent positions in Florida and national politics. Many of our students leverage this valuable network to land their next political job and advance their career. MAAPP is a top national masters program for applied learning and is part of the FSU Political Science Department, which consistently ranks as one of the top-20 programs in the US.