MPA Public Administration

The Master of Public Administration at Bowie State University prepares you for a new era of public policy. Our unique approach emphasizes justice and equality and is accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, the global standard for public service education. You gain access to real-world events happening in the heart of the country’s public policy sector while learning from academically and professionally distinguished faculty members. You can advance your careers in government, nonprofit, special interest groups or private organizations.  

Getting your Master of Public Administration from Bowie State gives you distinct advantages for advancing your career. As Maryland’s first HBCU, our affordable program continues a historic legacy of educating bold leaders who are ready to succeed. Our comprehensive program gives you the educational foundation to pursue an impactful career in fields ranging from grassroots activism to corporate lobbying. You gain insights on important topics such as fundraising and turning allies into advocates.  Our Master of public administration program gives you the flexibility to grow your career in the direction most important to you.