Overview

The Master of Public Affairs at Indiana University South Bend promotes a course of study that exposes students to the study of public policy and affairs that integrates professional management skills with the analysis of contemporary political, economic, and social issues.

Learning outcomes

Understanding the political, economic, and social context in which public sector and nonprofit enterprises operate are emphasized in the program’s curriculum as well as a commitment to building management skills and applications to policy making. The MPA degree provides a foundation for equipping managers to excel in their jobs and to become leaders in their workplaces and communities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Law

Public Economics

Civic Croups and Public Policy

Resource Development for Nonprofit Organizations

Public Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

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Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

39 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

South Bend, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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105

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Application for admission

Essay describing applicant’s interests and goals in pursuing the MPA or certificate
Three letters of recommendation
Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate programs attended
GRE scores (if applicable)
Application fee

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

20408 USD / year

≈ 20408 USD / year
Out-of-State

20408 USD / year

≈ 20408 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9076 USD / year

≈ 9076 USD / year

Living costs

South Bend

United States

885 - 1432 USD / month

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

Funding

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