St. Louis,
MO,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Public Policy Administration in Saint Louis United States | University of Missouri-St. Louis
University of Missouri-St. Louis
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Saint Louis United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
25,686
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
At UMSL, our Master of Public Policy Administration program lets you customize your studies to match your professional goals with three specialization options:
Policy evaluation and research
Municipal government administration
Nonprofit sector leadership and operations
Dive deep into critical challenges affecting local communities and nonprofit organizations, particularly within the St. Louis area. Study subjects ranging from urban development regulations to policy formation processes, international health policies, and human rights frameworks.
Develop exceptional leadership capabilities across various fields with UMSL's Master of Public Policy Administration.
Our graduate program in public policy provides essential competencies for diverse career paths, from executive positions to analytical roles. Combining theoretical foundations with practical research methodologies, you'll acquire the expertise to establish a rewarding career serving and representing communities.
The program maintains accreditation from the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs and Administration - the premier benchmark for public service education. UMSL's MPPA ranks among the top 33% of graduate public affairs programs nationwide according to U.S. News and World Report, claiming the top position in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
Created through collaboration with civic leaders, scholars, and community partners, UMSL's program prepares professionals for impactful work in municipal governance, nonprofit leadership, and policy assessment to address regional and broader societal needs.
What sets our program apart is its dual focus on policy examination and administrative practices - areas typically addressed through distinct academic tracks.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The MPPA admissions committee carefully evaluates each applicant record using the five following criteria:
Bachelor's Degree by the time of enrollment, prospective students must have obtained a baccalaureate degree or the equivalent from an accredited college or university. Applicants must submit official transcripts documenting the baccalaureate degree and all other prior college and graduate-level coursework completed.
Grade Point Average: A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required to be considered for regular admission. This GPA is higher than the minimum for the Graduate School. An undergraduate GPA below 3.0 will be considered on an individual basis for restricted admission.
Demonstrated proficiency in college algebra or the equivalent. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in college algebra or the equivalent. Graduate coursework also will be taken into consideration. Applicants who do not meet these criteria may be admitted on a restricted basis and asked to satisfactorily complete a math proficiency test.
Letters of Recommendation. Applicants must obtain three letters of recommendation. The letters should be from those who are familiar with your professional and/or academic skills. At least one of the letters must be from a current or former college-level instructor.
Personal Statement. Applicants are required to submit a 2-3 page personal statement to demonstrate competence in writing. The statement should explain how the MPPA program fits in with the applicant's educational and professional goals. This personal statement may be sent directly to the MPPA program, a short statement of purpose in the web-based admission application is not sufficient.
IELTS - 6.5 , TOEFL -79
Bachelor's Degree by the time of enrollment, prospective students must have obtained a baccalaureate degree or the equivalent from an accredited college or university. Applicants must submit official transcripts documenting the baccalaureate degree and all other prior college and graduate-level coursework completed.
Grade Point Average: A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required to be considered for regular admission. This GPA is higher than the minimum for the Graduate School. An undergraduate GPA below 3.0 will be considered on an individual basis for restricted admission.
Demonstrated proficiency in college algebra or the equivalent. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in college algebra or the equivalent. Graduate coursework also will be taken into consideration. Applicants who do not meet these criteria may be admitted on a restricted basis and asked to satisfactorily complete a math proficiency test.
Letters of Recommendation. Applicants must obtain three letters of recommendation. The letters should be from those who are familiar with your professional and/or academic skills. At least one of the letters must be from a current or former college-level instructor.
Personal Statement. Applicants are required to submit a 2-3 page personal statement to demonstrate competence in writing. The statement should explain how the MPPA program fits in with the applicant's educational and professional goals. This personal statement may be sent directly to the MPPA program, a short statement of purpose in the web-based admission application is not sufficient.
IELTS - 6.5 , TOEFL -79
Tuition
USD
25,686