Starkville,
MS,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Public Policy and Administration in Mississippi State United States | Mississippi State University
Mississippi State University
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Mississippi State United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,487
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
30 months
The Department of Political Science and Public Administration provides two distinct options for earning a Master of Public Policy and Administration (MPPA) degree: an in-person campus program and a fully online alternative. Applicants must select their preferred format when applying, though admission requirements remain identical for both. With an excellent faculty-to-student ratio, the MPPA program fosters close mentorship opportunities. Our six faculty members conduct extensive research, and many bring direct government experience to the classroom. Each year, we welcome 35-50 students from across Mississippi and numerous other states. The program holds accreditation from the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA). True to our mission, the MPPA program works to enhance professionalism and representation in Mississippi's state and local governments while equipping graduates for impactful careers in public administration at all government levels.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
A competitive applicant of the MPPA program must have completed the last two years of undergraduate work with a grade point average of 3.00. Applicants with previous graduate work must have a grade point average of 3.00 on such coursework. Moreover, the applicant must submit three letters of recommendation, official transcripts, and a Statement of Purpose. The GRE is not required. An international applicant whose native language is not English must have a score of 600 PBT (250 CBT or 100 iBT) or better on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or 7.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). A student who has not been enrolled for one regular semester (fall or spring) is required to submit a readmission form and a new Statement of Purpose. The readmission must be approved by the Graduate Coordinator. If a student has not been enrolled for one calendar year, the applicant must submit a new application and statement of purpose to be considered for readmission.
Tuition
USD
27,487