Lead From Anywhere Congratulations to the Batten Class of 2024! We look forward to celebrating our BA and MPP graduates during 2024 Finals Weekend! Find out the latest about schedules, programs, event tickets and much more. And be sure to read about our students who have been recognized with awards. Read more Batten Academic Offerings Discover Your Policy Path GRADUATE PROGRAMS UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS BATTEN X GRADUATE PROGRAMS Graduate Programs At Batten, we're defining a new model of public policy education. Our Master of Public Policy degree offers more than the typical policy research and data analysis education found at other public policy schools. We focus on the result of policy — solving society’s most pressing problems. We stand distinguished by teaching and cultivating effective, value-based leadership so our graduates can make significant strides toward becoming the dynamic leaders the world demands. Master of Public Policy Accelerated Master of Public Policy Dual Degrees Graduate Certificates UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Undergraduate Programs A Batten public policy degree is a multidimensional asset that allows you to turn your passion for serving the greater good into real and lasting change. We seek to cultivate ethical, enlightened policy leaders who exemplify excellence and lead with curiosity, humility, and purpose. We stand distinguished by teaching and fostering effective, value-based leadership. Our graduates aren’t just earning a degree in public policy -- they’re transforming the future of public policy leadership. Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Leadership Minor in Public Policy and Leadership Minor in Social Entrepreneurship BATTEN X Batten X As the landscape of public policy evolves, so must those who strive to influence it. Our Batten X executive education programs facilitate exactly that: growth, cross-sector collaboration, and critical self-analysis at every career level. We stand distinguished by committing to a hyper-focus on value-centered leadership that's designed to challenge assumptions, sharpen capabilities, and induce transformative, tangible results. Learn More Batten Research & News See the Latest Featured Research Better Sharing of “Eco-Innovations” Can Combat Rising Climate Despair Learn more News May 02, 2024 Batten Student Highlight: Izzy Motta (BA '24) May 01, 2024 Echoes of Reflection: Exploring Pavilion X Exhibit's Enduring Impact Apr 29, 2024 Batten Student Highlight: Ellie Stombres (BA '24) Apr 25, 2024 Climate Change: Doing Nothing is Not an Option Apr 24, 2024 Advancing Innovative Policy in Rural Virginia and Beyond Apr 23, 2024 Williams Appointed to ASPA’s H. George Frederickson Center for Social Equity Board Apr 18, 2024 Navigating Policy Pathways to Empower Rural Communities See all news Many backgrounds. One ethos. We strive to be a community that exemplifies equality and tolerance; where inclusion is a given and public service is an expectation. Learn more