Overview

The Master in Public Administration at Park University is a cross-sector degree with broad applications in a rapidly changing global community. This program graduates leaders who make a difference in their communities and in the world.

Key Facts

Park University is home to one of the premier public affairs schools in the region, the Hauptmann School of Public Affairs. Recognize public affairs as the field of study that builds upon the interrelationships among the activities of government (at all levels), all sectors of society, and other elements of social and economic systems, locally and throughout the world. Today’s leaders must view government and administration from this broad, cross-sector perspective.

As a master’s candidate in this Public Administration program, you’ll select an area of concentration:

Public Management

Global Governance

Nonprofit and Community Services Management

Disaster and Emergency Management

Criminal Justice Administration

Project Management

Management Information Systems

Careers

City Manager

Police Commissioner

Urban Planner

Elected Official

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Public Affairs Concepts and Theory
Public Affairs Methodology
Research and Analysis
Leadership Development and Organizations
Ethical Foundations of Authority and Responsibility
Seminar in Public Affairs

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Parkville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or the equivalent from an international institution, with at least a 2.75 grade point average (based on a 4.0 scale). Official transcripts must be provided.

A résumé which outlines the applicant’s academic and employment history, including names of organizations, position titles, a description of key duties and responsibilities, and periods of employment.

A statement of in-service or pre-service status to determine need for an internship. (Form will be provided by the MPA advisors.)

Additional information may be requested if needed.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25020 USD / year

≈ 25020 USD / year
Out-of-State

25020 USD / year

≈ 25020 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

25020 USD / year

≈ 25020 USD / year

Living costs

Parkville

United States

800 - 1300 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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