Overview

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) program of University of Pennsylvania includes a capstone project and summer internship, is designed for early career professionals and individuals looking to pivot into the public administration or nonprofit sectors. Full-time Fels students are admitted into a small cohort of emerging public leaders who work closely with Penn faculty and leading policy practitioners to translate their classroom experiences into real-world results.

Internships

In the summer, students put their knowledge to use, develop vital skills, and build a professional network through an internship with a government or nonprofit organization. Our career advising team helps students identify internship opportunities to align with their professional goals. Students who are interested in more work experience may consult with our career services advisor to identify an academic-year internship or project-based work in addition to the required summer internship.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistics for Public Policy

Public Economics

Public Law and Public Process

Program Evaluation and Data Analysis

Public Finance and Public Policy

Public Management and Leadership

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Public Administration Public Policy View 604 other Masters in Public Administration in United States

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Academic requirements

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Required

English requirements

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130

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application

Personal statement and essay

Resume or CV

Transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended

Two letters of recommendation

Standardized test scores

Personal interview

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

57904 USD / year

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57904 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

57904 USD / year

≈ 57904 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 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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Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Financing

Funding

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