Birmingham,
AL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Public Administration in Birmingham United States | University of Alabama at Birmingham
University of Alabama at Birmingham
|
Birmingham United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
23,849
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Many graduates from our Master of Public Administration program have pursued government service - including one who became a leading candidate in Alabama's 2018 gubernatorial election. Finish the program, and you might follow in their footsteps.
Whether you're drawn to public service or nonprofit work, we'll equip you with essential skills for your career. You can select between our thesis and non-thesis options. Most importantly, we've structured this program to accommodate your busy life, with evening classes available and a flexible blend of online and in-person learning.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All applications must include:
Undergraduate transcripts (and, if applicable, graduate transcripts)
Resume
Statement of interest that addresses this prompt:
In 1-2 single-spaced pages (300-600 words), please share why the MPA degree at UAB is right for you. Address your public service values and motivations, ways you want to make change, and vision for your career after obtaining your MPA degree. If you have prior academic deficiencies, please also address those in this statement.
Two (2) letters of recommendation that meet the below criteria:
If possible, both letters should come from academic references (which may include professors and faculty advisors) and account for your academic performance and commitment. If one or both letters are not from academic references, they must be professional references. These letters must come from someone who was in a supervisory position in which you were their subordinate in either a work or volunteer capacity. They need to list in what capacity they know you (employee, subordinate, volunteer, etc.). Letters from peers, co-workers, friends, etc. are not acceptable.
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL iBT - 80
Undergraduate transcripts (and, if applicable, graduate transcripts)
Resume
Statement of interest that addresses this prompt:
In 1-2 single-spaced pages (300-600 words), please share why the MPA degree at UAB is right for you. Address your public service values and motivations, ways you want to make change, and vision for your career after obtaining your MPA degree. If you have prior academic deficiencies, please also address those in this statement.
Two (2) letters of recommendation that meet the below criteria:
If possible, both letters should come from academic references (which may include professors and faculty advisors) and account for your academic performance and commitment. If one or both letters are not from academic references, they must be professional references. These letters must come from someone who was in a supervisory position in which you were their subordinate in either a work or volunteer capacity. They need to list in what capacity they know you (employee, subordinate, volunteer, etc.). Letters from peers, co-workers, friends, etc. are not acceptable.
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL iBT - 80
Tuition
USD
23,849