Overview

Program Description

Our program doesn’t require the GRE, is NASPAA accredited, and one of the most affordable master’s programs in the country. With students from all over the world and nationally recognized professors, the Public Administration program at Arkansas State University will provide you with a close-knit family, bringing perspectives, passion, and knowledge from all around the world.

Additionally, if you are a current A-State undergraduate student and want to pursue an MPA after you graduate, you can do so by starting off during your senior year through our new 4+1 program. This program will allow you to graduate with a master’s degree only one year after completing your bachelor’s degree.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Seminar in Public Administration

Techniques of Research

Human Resource Administration

Public Budgeting & Finance

Administrative Leadership

Administrative Ethics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-03 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-05-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-05 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

56

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Public Administration Human Resource Management Public Policy View 733 other Masters in Public Administration in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

56

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Arkansas State University and/or in United States, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

A transcript of your bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution inside or outside of the United States (A three-year bachelor’s degree is also considered with some conditions applied)

Three letters of recommendation are required

A personal statement on why you want an MPA degree. Please feel free to explain your career goals, experiences, what you wish to achieve in life or any other information that supports your application

For international applicants, a copy of IELTS test scores (minimum 6.0) or TOEFL test scores (minimum 79) is also required

Undergraduate background must include courses with grades of "C" or higher in U.S. Government, Principles of Economics, and any undergraduate-level research methods course, or their equivalents. If the student is deficient, these courses must be taken in addition to the graduate course requirements

Tuition Fee

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International

23040 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 640 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

23040 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 640 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

12564 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 349 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Jonesboro

770 - 1180 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Public Administration.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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