Washington D.C.,
DC,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Public Administration in Washington Dc United States | American University
American University
|
Washington Dc United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
39,000
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The nationally recognized Master of Public Administration (MPA) program at American University's School of Public Affairs aims to develop exceptional leaders for public service initiatives across the globe. With accreditation from NASPAA (Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration), our curriculum explores essential aspects of public sector leadership, policy development, and contemporary administrative challenges.
Our MPA provides adaptable learning options to customize your education. Among our eight specialization tracks, several include additional focus areas for deeper study. These tailored skill sets enhance and highlight your professional competencies for resumes, digital portfolios, LinkedIn, and other career platforms.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
All applicants to SPA graduate degree and certificate programs must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution by the date of anticipated enrollment at SPA.
Applicants are required to submit transcripts from all institutions attended. For admissions review purposes, SPA allows applicants to upload unofficial transcripts (documents that you may secure on your own by downloading from your prior/current University for free).
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - 100 on internet-based tests, 250 on computer-based tests, 600 on paper-delivered tests using the older scoring method, or 75 on paper-delivered tests using the revised scoring method
IELTS- 7.0
Required: Two (2) letters
GRE Optional
Personal Statement and Resume Required
Applicants are required to submit transcripts from all institutions attended. For admissions review purposes, SPA allows applicants to upload unofficial transcripts (documents that you may secure on your own by downloading from your prior/current University for free).
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - 100 on internet-based tests, 250 on computer-based tests, 600 on paper-delivered tests using the older scoring method, or 75 on paper-delivered tests using the revised scoring method
IELTS- 7.0
Required: Two (2) letters
GRE Optional
Personal Statement and Resume Required
Tuition
USD
39,000