Public Administration, Master | Online (optional) | National Louis University | Chicago, United States
24 months
Duration
759 USD/credit 13662 USD/year
759 USD/credit 13662 USD/year
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About

Public Administration from National Louis University  prepares you for senior roles in governmental, non-profit, or private sector organizations.

Overview

Our students are passionate about serving their communities and furthering public interest through policy and program implementation. Providing a solid foundation in both academic theory and practical methodology, you'll learn how to analyze, shape and administer programs and policies in local, state and federal governments, as well as in non-profit organizations and private sector businesses. The MPA can be completed in 19 months.

Career after Public Administration from National Louis University

Professionals in these fields plan for and lead change. They are involved in analysis, preparation of recommendations and implementation of policies and programs that affect public services and the quality of community life. Master of Public Administration graduates can pursue a career in areas such as:

  • Education
  • Local government or regional issues
  • Human services/social services
  • Health
  • Community or economic development
  • Environmental issues and natural resources
  • Infrastructure, transportation, utilities
  • Security, military, law enforcement, or corrections

Programme Structure

Courses include: 

  •  Foundations of Public Administration
  • Research Methodology and Writing
  • Public and Nonprofit Human Resource Management

  • Seminar in Program Evaluation

  •  Public Policy Analysis
  • Leadership of Public and Nonprofit Organizations
  • Administrative Law and Ethics

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
3

Other requirements

General requirements

  • Procedures and requirements are specific to each program. Admission to study in one program does not ensure admission to all programs. 
  • The decision to deny admission cannot be appealed. It is your responsibility to be aware of the policies and requirements of National Louis University as stated in the University catalog. 
  • National Louis University reserves the right to change any provision or requirement, including fees, at any time, with or without notice. 
  • National Louis University admits students to all programs and activities and administers all educational, employment, and other policies without discrimination because of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, disability, military status or marital status. It is expected by the University that all information which is material to the admissions process be accurate and true to the best of the student’s or prospective student’s knowledge. 

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    13662 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 759 USD per credit during 24 months.
  • National

    13662 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 759 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Chicago

1297 - 2491 USD /month
Living costs

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

Funding

We are pleased to announce that for all students starting in the Summer 2020 (July) term, NLU is offering brand new undergraduate scholarships for international students! The new scholarships are listed below:

10% Automatic Opportunity Scholarship 

  • Applies to All NLU Undergraduate Programs including Hospitality Management
  • Eligible to Freshman and Transfer Students

50% #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship 

  • Awarded to Two Students Every Fall Term
  • Eligible to Freshman Undergraduate Students Only
  • Deadline is July 1st

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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.

Independent provider
Grant
200000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based

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Education Future
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based

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BeArt-Presets
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
21 Nov 2023
Alford & Clark Injury Attorneys Students in Need Scholarship
Need-based

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Alford & Clark Injury Attorneys
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
8000 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
06 Nov 2023
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Merit-based Need-based

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Ayn Rand Institute
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Oct 2023
College JumpStart Scholarship
Merit-based

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College JumpStart Scholarship
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
19 Feb 2024
Out-of-State Student Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Fawell & Fawell
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
19 Sep 2023
Leadership Excellence Scholarship
Merit-based

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Law Office of Philip W. Moore, Jr.
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Oct 2023
Eric Dalius MuzicSwipe Giving 2023
Merit-based Need-based

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Eric Dalius Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Jan 2024
1st Formations Business Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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1st Formations
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
28 Sep 2023
Saagar Govil Scholarship
Merit-based

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Saagar Govil
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 Dec 2023
Hoggatt Injury Law Children of Injured Workers Scholarship
Need-based

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HOGGATT Injury Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Carol Stephens SWE Scholarship
Merit-based

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Society of Women Engineers
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Bertha Lamme Memorial Scholarship
Merit-based

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Society of Women Engineers
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Betty Lou Bailey SWE Region F Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Society of Women Engineers
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Oct 2023
The Hatton Law Firm Aspire Higher Scholarship
Need-based

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The Hatton Law Firm
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Brooklyn Injury Attorneys P.C. Essay Competition $500 Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Brooklyn Injury Attorneys P.C.
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
38000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Marshall Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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The Association of Commonwealth Universities
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
01 May 2024
Wear & I Fashion Pioneer Scholarship
Merit-based

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WEAR & I
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1250 USD
Deadline
15 Oct 2023
Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship
Merit-based

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SHAPE America
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2024
John F. & Anna Lee Stacey Scholarship Fund
Merit-based Need-based

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National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
10 Oct 2023
CouponBirds "Help to Save" Scholarship
Need-based

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CouponBirds
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
15 Jan 2024
Women in STEM StudySoup Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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StudySoup
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
04 Dec 2023
Future Innovator Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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StudySoup
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Tall Clubs International Scholarship for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students
Merit-based Need-based

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Get-Scholarship
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Aurora Indigenous Education Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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American Australian Association (AAA)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based

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American Australian Association (AAA)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based

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American Australian Association (AAA)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
08 Jan 2024
The Crowder Law Firm Scholarship
Merit-based

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The Crowder Law Firm
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
19 Feb 2024
The Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship
Merit-based

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Blossom Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
The Annual IELTSing Scholarship
Merit-based

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IELTSing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
$1,000 All Star Verified Scholarship
Merit-based

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Verified Scholarships
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2023
CryptoRunner Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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CryptoRunner
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Anonymous Hope Fund
Merit-based Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available

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