Overview

The Master in Public Administration from West Virginia State University degree prepares students for careers in the public and non-profit sectors, and offers those already in public service the opportunity to enhance and hone their competencies.

Utilizing a cohort model with both evening and online classes, this MPA is specifically geared towards busy professionals. Potential students include public service professionals interested in enhancing their credentials, those seeking a career change, and recent college graduates.

Careers

Having completed the required coursework for the graduate program in public administration, graduates of the MPA program are well prepared for a wide range of careers, including:

Program Director
Program Coordinator
Program Manager
Budget Analyst
Research Associate
City/Urban/Regional Planner
City Manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Policy Process and Analysis
Human Resource Management in the Public Sector
Research Methods for Public Affairs
Public Accounting, Budgeting and Financial Management
Statistical Analysis for Public Affairs
Organizational Theory and Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Charleston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed application
A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.70.

Standardized test scores from exams (GRE, GMAT, LSAT or MAT) completed no more than seven years prior to the application submission to the program (if available).

A current resume or curriculum vitae.

Two letters of recommendation.
Demonstrated knowledge of American Government.
At least one course in statistics or research methodology

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

9590 USD / year

≈ 9590 USD / year
Out-of-State

9590 USD / year

≈ 9590 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9590 USD / year

≈ 9590 USD / year

Living costs

Charleston

United States

678 - 1130 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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