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About

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree at Valdosta State University is a non-thesis program. Applicants for admission to the MPA program are considered for acceptance regardless of their undergraduate degree area. This program is designed to allow in-service professionals the opportunity to meet the degree requirements in a swift, convenient manner.

Overview

Overview

 The Master in Public Administration at Valdosta State University is offered in three concentrations: Public Sector Management, Public Sector Human Resource Management, and Public Policy. The Public Sector Management and Public Policy concentrations are offered fully online, while the Public Sector Human Resource Management is offered in a traditional setting at the Moody Air Force Base Campus.

Curriculum is web-based allowing you to earn your degree without relocating or disrupting professional and personal commitments at in-state tuition rates. You’ll have access to coursework 24/7 on your own schedule and at your own location. The program is also accredited by NASPAA – the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration. It is ranked in the Top 10 by getEducated.com, it is a Best Buy in online masters degree programs, and a Top 10 Online MPA Program by GraduatePrograms.com.

The MPA degree will provide a comprehensive understanding of public administration and government, basic skills and a broadened perspective required of manager/administrators, strong oral and written communication skills, knowledge of current technology used in the fields, sensitivity of diverse groups, and distinguished analytical abilities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Public Administration
  • Public Policy
  • City Planning
  • Economic Development
  • Environmental Health Administration
    • Finances
    • Human Resources

    Key information

    Duration

    • Part-time
      • 12 months

    Start dates & application deadlines

    Credits

    36 SCH

    Delivered

    Online

    What students do after studying

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    Academic requirements

    GPA admission requirements GPA
    3

    Other requirements

    General requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
    • Acceptable cumulative undergraduate GPA
    • Resume
    • Career goal statement
    • Three letters of recommendation

    Tuition Fee

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    • International

      10548 USD/year
      Tuition Fee
      Based on the tuition of 293 USD per credit during 12 months.
    • National

      10548 USD/year
      Tuition Fee
      Based on the tuition of 293 USD per credit during 12 months.
    • In-State

      10548 USD/year
      Tuition Fee
      Based on the tuition of 293 USD per credit during 12 months.

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    Scholarships Information

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    100000 INR
    Deadline
    31 Aug 2025
    GyanDhan Scholarship
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    GyanDhan
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    332500 USD
    Deadline
    31 May 2025
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    Education USA
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    Grant
    300000 MXN
    Deadline
    08 May 2025
    South-East Regional CONACYT Scholarships
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    Education USA
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    Independent provider
    Grant
    85000 AUD
    Deadline
    31 Mar 2025
    World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
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    Grant
    76800 MXN
    Deadline
    Not specified
    Becas CONACYT-FUNED
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    Education USA
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    Independent provider
    Grant
    67000 AUD
    Deadline
    31 Mar 2025
    St. John’s College, Annapolis, Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
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    50000 USD
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    40000 AUD
    Deadline
    30 Sep 2025
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    40000 AUD
    Deadline
    30 Apr 2025
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    40000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Mar 2025
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    40000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Mar 2025
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    30000 CZK
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    24000 USD
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    21200 EUR
    Deadline
    01 Jul 2025
    Next 100 (Kitas 100)
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    11000 USD
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    10000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Apr 2025
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    6000 USD
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    5000 USD
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    3000 USD
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    Various benefits
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    31 Jul 2025
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    12000 USD
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    7500 USD
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    30 Apr 2025
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    2000 USD
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    2000 USD
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