WHY AN MPA?
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The 麻豆入口 Master of Public Administration (MPA) is an innovative and practical program that prepares students to develop the skills they need to become ethical, creative, inclusive and intelligent leaders in public service. The primary goal is to provide you with the information and abilities you鈥檒l need to excel in a variety of careers including government, non-profit, and private sector. The 麻豆入口 MPA program is a 36-credit degree meant to be completed in two years and offers classes online and on campus. As a student, you will develop practical leadership skills by taking courses on topics such as public administration and organization theory, human capital management and leadership ethics.听 听
Potential Career Opportunities
With more than 160,000 job opportunities in various fields, the career opportunities for Master of Public Administration graduates are growing. New positions have climbed 13% in recent years, demonstrating a high need for qualified public administration professionals. The typical annual salary for Public Administration graduates is $90,000, making it a successful career option. Because public administrators are in high demand in the job market, an MPA degree can open a wide range of career advancement opportunities for military veterans and active-duty service.
Financial Aid and Support
While 麻豆入口 offers financial assistance to all graduate students, veterans and service members can apply for The Yellow Ribbon Program through the Office of Veteran and Military Service Members. The Yellow Ribbon Program gives additional funds to qualifying students to aid with tuition and fees. As a service members or veteran, you may also be eligible for educational benefit programs such as the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill, the Montgomery G.I. Bill, the Reserve Educational Assistance Program, the Post-Vietnam-Era Veteran's Educational Assistance Program, and others. Additionally, the Office of Veterans and Military Service Members has a dedicated team of specialists available to assist you and your needs in a range of academic disciplines, from lass registration assistance to understanding G.I. Bill requirements.听
On-Campus and Online Support for Students
麻豆入口 provides a host of resources for graduate students, including academic assistance and mentoring to all graduate students. Students can use many on campus resources with the help of a specialized academic support staff, in addition to on-site support centers such as the Writing Center, the Math Learning Research Center, the Center for Speaking and Presentation, and the Graduate Center for Research and Education. Graduate students can also use the Career Resource Center for assistance with preparing a professional r茅sum茅, writing cover letters, and assisting in the job search. All 麻豆入口 graduates become members of the Nova Network, with opportunities to engage with other members of the 麻豆入口 community.
ADMITTED FIRST-YEAR STUDENT PROFILE (CLASS OF 2024)
22,053
APPLICANTS
4.14-4.50
GPA (MIDDLE 50%)
31-34
ACT (MIDDLE 50%)
1,675
TARGET CLASS SIZE
1380-1500
SAT (MIDDLE 50%)
29%
ADMIT RATE
