Overview

In the Public Administration degree from DePaul University, you’ll develop the critical management skills you'll need to succeed in your public service career, including:

Ethical organizational leadership
Public finance and budgeting
Human resource management
Public policy design and analysis

Key Features

The Master in Public Administration (MPA) degree prepares students for leadership and administrative roles in public service. They educate students on the technical, managerial, and leadership skills required to deliver effective, accountable, and equitable government services.

They promote compassion for marginalized communities and ethical service to all people with a focus on social justice, professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and transparency.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Service Management

Cross-sector Analysis

Government Financial Administration

Human Resource Management

Research Methods for Public Service

Integrative Seminar

Ethical Leadership in Public Service

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-15 00:00:00

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More details

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. You may begin the program in any quarter.

Language

English

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Credits

52 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Chicago, 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

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General requirements

A completed online application

Official transcripts from all colleges and/or universities attended

Two-page personal statement describing your educational and career goals, relevant work or volunteer experience, and any special circumstances affecting past or prospective academic performance

Current resume or curriculum 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

21112 USD / year

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Out-of-State

21112 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

21112 USD / year

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Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Financing

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