Overview

The Public Administration MPA degree offered by The University of Vermont is a professional interdisciplinary degree that prepares pre and in-service leaders, managers and policy analysts by combining the theoretical and practical foundations of public administration focusing on the complexity of governance systems and the democratic, collaborative traditions that are a hallmark of Vermont communities.

Key features

The challenges affecting our communities and world are complex, interconnected and ever changing, fueling the demand for professionals with a unique set of knowledge and skills. The Department of Community Development and Applied Economics (CDAE) uses economic, social, and environmental principles to identify community needs, analyze problems and advance sustainable solutions in partnership with organizations and communities.

The Department of Community Development and Applied Economics (CDAE) supports sustainable local and international community development through interdisciplinary research, education, and outreach that serves the public interest. Faculty expertise includes economics (both ecological and neoclassical), ecological design and renewable energy, public policy, community entrepreneurship, cross-cultural communication, consumer affairs, food systems, and political process. CDAE's research and outreach is both global and local (e.g., dairy farming and farmers' markets in Vermont) and graduate students benefit from close affiliation with other research institutions at the University of Vermont and beyond.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Administration

Research and Evaluation Methods

Public and Non-Profit Financial Budgeting

Policy Systems

Community and Economic Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-24 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-12-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-08 00:00:00 , International

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Rolling admission for national students

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Burlington, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Electronic Application
Statement of Purpose
Application Fee of $65.00 for Master and Doctoral; $20 for Certificate of Graduate Study
Email addresses for three people who will provide letters of recommendation. This information is submitted within the application and letters are sent from the recommender directly to us through the application portal.
One transcript from each institution you have attended, including the one you currently attend. Unofficial transcripts uploaded by you are sufficient for the review process for most programs. Official transcripts are only required if you are admitted.
Residential Status Questionnaire
Test scores for English proficiency for applicants whose native language is not English.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

64080 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1780 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

64080 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1780 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

24408 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 678 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Burlington

1269 - 1888 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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