Overview

What is an MPA Degree?

A Public and Nonprofit Management and Policy degree at New York University is earned with graduate-level training that prepares students for meaningful work in public service, government, nonprofit organizations, and related fields.

Programs typically cover wide-ranging subjects, including public policy, management, finance, economics, ethics, and organizational behavior.

NYU Wagner's MPA-PNP creates leaders through an interdisciplinary curriculum that combines finance, policy, and management in the vibrant backdrop of New York City.

Why Choose NYU Wagner?

Your chosen MPA program sets the foundation for a successful career in public and nonprofit management and policy. The interdisciplinary approach, expert faculty, and prime New York City location offer unparalleled learning, growth, and professional development opportunities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistical Methods

Microeconomics

Management and Leadership

Financial Management

Public Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

45 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Management Studies Public Administration Public Policy View 603 other Masters in Public Administration in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

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Essays

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Resume

Two letters of recommendation are required with your application.

Students entering an NYU Wagner master's program are required to hold a four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the U.S. or an equivalent degree from a foreign country.

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An $85 application fee is required to process your application for admission.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

57480 USD / year

≈ 57480 USD / year
Out-of-State

57480 USD / year

≈ 57480 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

57480 USD / year

≈ 57480 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 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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Overview

Why Choose NYU Wagner?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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New York City

Financing

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