Master of Public Administration - Public Health in La Verne United States | University of La Verne

University of La Verne | La Verne United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 24,492
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

The University of La Verne's Master of Public Administration (MPA) program prepares public service professionals for meaningful roles in their communities and various organizations, spanning local, state, and federal government sectors. Our MPA curriculum emphasizes creating strong ties with alumni, public service experts, and community members to jointly tackle regional challenges and inequities. Students benefit from a tailored educational experience featuring career guidance, professional connections, and growth opportunities in public service. For added convenience, the program is offered both entirely online and through a hybrid model at our La Verne campus. MPA graduates pursue rewarding careers and leadership positions in municipal governments, public agencies, and nonprofit institutions. Upon completion, alumni gain comprehensive knowledge of civic professionals' responsibilities along with practical skills to become: dedicated leaders enhancing public service, catalysts for organizational transformation, and influential voices in community advocacy and policy development.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Official transcripts from every undergraduate and graduate institution attended.
A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.8 and a GPA of 3.0 for any graduate study. Applicants with lower GPAs who have substantial public service experience may be considered. Applicants without previous related coursework and/or lower GPAs may be admitted conditionally with stipulations and/or prerequisite courses.
A 1-2-page statement of purpose that demonstrates:
the ability to write at an acceptable level for graduate study,
experience and interest in public and/or non-prot administration, and
how the La Verne MPA program compliments the student's interests in public service and its values.
Two positive letters of recommendation discussing academic and/or professional qualifications from work supervisors, college professors, and/or public service professionals.
A current r'sum

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 6.5 overall band score or higher\
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) 80 iBT or higher
550 pBT or higher

Tuition USD 24,492

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