Overview

The Public Administration degree from Kennesaw State University is offered by the School of Government and International Affairs within the Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Kennesaw State.

The programme works in cooperation with several other departments and the A. L. Burruss Institute of Public Service that provides community services and technical assistance to nonprofit and public organizations across Georgia.

You may choose one of the following concentrations or a combination of courses to total 12 credit hours. The concentration courses will enable you to prepare for a professional career in the public, and nonprofit sectors.

State, Local, and Regional Administration

Information Systems Administration

Nonprofit Administration

What can you do with a Public Administration degree?

Typical MPA Occupations

Urban Planner

Human Resources Management

Federal Compliance Officer (OES)

Insurance Benefits Compliance

Administrative Services Manager

Atypical MPA Occupations

Administrators for a Medical or Dental Practice

Law Practice Managers

Securities and Investments Compliance

Territory, National, and Global Sales Managers

Architectural & Engineering Department Management

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods and Computer Applications

Public Organization Theory

Public Service Budgeting

Governmental Relations

Human Resource Management in Public Service

Policy Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kennesaw, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Graduate Application - There is a non-refundable $60 application fee.

Transcripts - Official transcripts from EACH college and/or university you have attended.

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 from a regionally accredited college or university

Statement of purpose that is approximately 1,000 words addressing the following question: “In what way do you expect the Master of Public Administration degree to affect or enhance your career goals and aspirations?”

Two letters of recommendation from faculty or work supervisors with direct knowledge of the applicant that address the applicant’s potential for graduate study and use of an MPA degree.

Resume or professional vitae

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

20142 USD / year

≈ 20142 USD / year
Out-of-State

20142 USD / year

≈ 20142 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5454 USD / year

≈ 5454 USD / year

Living costs

Kennesaw

United States

900 - 1400 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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What can you do with a Public Administration degree?

Programme Structure

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Duration

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