<p>Hi, everyone. I am a second year student at Pomona College and am very interested in pursuing a joint degree (JD/MPP). I was wondering if any other posters have had experience with this particular program or know of anyone that has graduated with these degrees. I am currently volunteering my time at a domestic violence-related nonprofit and am really interested in a future career at this organization in legal counseling. I am a Public Policy Analysis/Politics major and am interested in public policy and its relationship with law. After college, I plan on working and interning for similar organizations but would love to hear some advice about the practicality of pursuing a joint degree.</p>
<p>While looking up public policy schools, I noticed some dual degree JD/MPP. I've heard it can be pretty stressful-a JD by itself is stressful;and a JD by itself would prepare you for the same type of work. I would definately talk to professionals in the field to evaluate the return on investment for such a dual degree. If it seems worth it then go for it!</p>
<p>Check out many of the well-established East Coast programs like Harvard KSG and then sorta work your way down the list based on rank and fit. Keep in mind that it's a bit of a time/money sink, but if you can get through it, you'll have two fantastic degrees at the end.</p>
<p>But first of all, try to find out how much having both degrees will help you with your goals. If you find out that you don't need both to attain the position you want, then don't worry about doing it just for the prestige...unless you really want it. Then do it anyway!</p>