1. Old Dominion University
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  3. Masters
  4. MPA Public Administration

MPA Public Administration

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Old Dominion University

Program Overview

The MPA program prepares students for careers as professionals in public service and provides students who have considerable experience in the public sector an opportunity to enhance their professional knowledge, skills and abilities, enables them to advance their careers. The MPA develops individuals' competencies in public sector management, public policy analysis, and public decision-making processes. Our graduates hold positions as city managers, program planners, policy analysts, and managers in federal, state, and local agencies, as well as non-profit agencies.

Program Key Stats

$1387 (Per Credit)
$ 50



83 %

Eligibility Criteria


79
500
6.5
79

Additional Information & Requirements

Transcripts of all previous college work, A written statement describing how your experience in work and other settings and your choice of graduate study in public administration will lead to achieving your career goals, A resume that includes your education and any/all work experience, Minimum of two letters of recommendation from academic sources and/or employment supervisors, Equivalent U.S. Bachelor's Degree, All prior College/University transcripts and Diploma, Demonstrated English Language Proficiency, Financial Documentation seeking F/J visas only, Passport identification page, Requirements and deadlines vary by program Standardized Test Results GRE, GMAT, MAT, MCAT, PRAXIS, Essay/Personal Statement/Resume, Letters of Recommendation, English Language requirement: TOEFL IBT: 79, TOEFL Paper-Based: 550, IELTS: 6.5 overall, GRE verbal reasoning: 150, GRE verbal: 480, SAT critical reading: 480, SAT reading test: 26, GCSE or GCE: O level pass in English; CPE: C or higher, PTE Academic Test: 53

Career Options

  • Social And Community Service Managers
  • Urban And Regional Planners
  • Public Relations And Fundraising Managers
  • Chief Executives

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