Public Administration and Policy (MPAP)

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Offered by the Department of Public Administration and Policy , School of Public Affairs , the online Master of Public Administration and Policy (MPAP) provides students with analytical, contextual, ethical, and substantive skills and knowledge to effectively advise public policy and lead public programs in government, the non-profit and the private section in the United States and abroad.

Admission to the Program

Applicants must meet the minimum university requirements for graduate study. Admission decisions are based on each applicant’s academic record, two letters of recommendation, and an essay written by the applicant on his or her background and career interests. Submission of test scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) are optional, and applicants may substitute test scores from similar tests, such as the GMAT or LSAT, for the GRE where appropriate. Admission decisions are based on each applicant’s total record and not on any single strength or deficiency.

Degree Requirements

36 credit hours of approved graduate work
Capstone Experience: requirement completed through assignments in PUAD-688 Policy Practicum (3)

Course Requirements

Required (33 credit hours)

Capstone (3 credit hours)

PUAD-688 Policy Practicum (3)