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MPA Public Affairs

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

University of Texas Dallas

Program Overview

The Master of Public Affairs degree program at The University of Texas at Dallas equips students with the advanced training and expertise they need to succeed in national, state and local governmental agencies as well as nonprofits, think tanks and industry. Developed by top-tier faculty in the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences — and accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs and Administration (NASPAA) — the Public Affairs program ensures that students graduate with the following:

  • An understanding of the philosophical, theoretical and legal foundations of public management, policymaking and leadership in government and nonprofit settings.
  • An advanced proficiency in organizational analysis, understanding of social equality and belonging strategies, research and evaluation practice and quantitative and qualitative methodologies.
  • Mastery of persuasive written and oral communication.

Program Key Stats

$21646 (Per Term)
$ 50

Aug Intake : 15th JanJan Intake : 15th May


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Eligibility Criteria

3.0
4 Year

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Additional Information & Requirements

Application A bachelor's degree of 4 years from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States, or an equivalent degree. Unofficial Transcripts / Mark sheet, Diplomas,  Certificates GPA 3.0 out of (4.0 scale) TOEFL iBT: 80 OR IELTS 6.5 overall 3 Letters of Recommendation Personal Statement CV International credential evaluation fee of $50

Career Options

  • City manager Government and nonprofit executive Human resources director Policy analyst Local government and nonprofit manager Police officer or firefighter Management analyst

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