Overview

You will develop a deep understanding about how policy is made and implemented so that you can effect change. You will learn the language and tools of leadership by gaining familiarity with basic concepts in economics, statistics, and budgeting. You will have a chance to hone your critical thinking, problem solving, writing, and presenting skills. Most importantly, you will grow your network by building relationships with like-minded individuals who are committed to impacting the lives of others for the better.

Program Benefits

Located in Jersey City, Saint Peter's University is an ideal place to study Public Administration because the city is small enough for students to meet and work with leading city and non-profit officials, yet, it is only minutes away from Manhattan’s boundless academic, cultural, and public service institutions.

Students at Saint Peter's University work closely with professors who combine academic expertise with years of professional experience and learn to analyze data, design new initiatives and programs, develop budgets, and manage teams. Our graduates learn to lead individuals, teams, and social change organizations successfully. The MPA program is designed to make graduate education available and accessible.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Administration and Service

Ethics and Society

Research and Analytic Methods

Public Sector Finance and Budget

Management and Conflict Resolution

Quantitative Methods for Public Administration

Public Policy

Community Organizing and Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-21 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-16 00:00:00 , International

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Rolling admission for domestic students.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Jersey City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Earned Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college/university or international equivalent

A minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Official Application (Apply online, download printable version, request application by phone or mail).
Personal statement of educational/professional goals (500 words).

Official undergraduate transcript evidencing an earned Bachelor’s degree.

Two letters of recommendation required (three letters preferred).

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

16200 USD / year

≈ 16200 USD / year
Out-of-State

16200 USD / year

≈ 16200 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16200 USD / year

≈ 16200 USD / year

Living costs

Jersey City

United States

1300 - 3200 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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