El Paso,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Public Administration in El Paso United States | University of Texas at El Paso
University of Texas at El Paso
|
El Paso United States
Visit institution website
for more information
Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
16,572
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The MPA program offers an adaptable curriculum and faculty with Ph.D. expertise, supporting students aiming to expand their career opportunities or transition smoothly across public, private, and nonprofit fields. Specializations cover leadership, public policy, urban development, nonprofit management, and homeland security. Alumni secure roles such as community engagement coordinators, crisis response directors, and urban planning executives. The Master of Public Administration (MPA) delivers specialized training for those pursuing public-service professions. Recognized by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA), this multidisciplinary program emphasizes the competencies, principles, and conduct vital for effective public service. The curriculum allows some customization to accommodate the varied needs of students at different career stages, including those entering the field, advancing their careers, or shifting professional paths. Course components aim to develop skilled practitioners who can think critically, communicate effectively, and implement solutions in public sector environments.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
A two-to-three page double-spaced statement of purpose that addresses educational and career goals and reasons for pursuing an MPA degree.
Three academic or professional letters of recommendation. At least one academic letter of recommendation is preferred.
Applicants from countries where English is not the first language are required to demonstrate English proficiency.
If you did not attend high school in the United States and your most recent institution of learning was not located in an English-speaking country, UTEP requires you to provide evidence of English-language proficiency. Minimum score 550 on the paper-based (pBT) TOEFL. Some programs require 600 or better. Minimum score of 79 on the internet-based test (iBT), and minimum of 6.5 on IELTS.
A two-to-three page double-spaced statement of purpose that addresses educational and career goals and reasons for pursuing an MPA degree.
Three academic or professional letters of recommendation. At least one academic letter of recommendation is preferred.
Applicants from countries where English is not the first language are required to demonstrate English proficiency.
If you did not attend high school in the United States and your most recent institution of learning was not located in an English-speaking country, UTEP requires you to provide evidence of English-language proficiency. Minimum score 550 on the paper-based (pBT) TOEFL. Some programs require 600 or better. Minimum score of 79 on the internet-based test (iBT), and minimum of 6.5 on IELTS.
Tuition
USD
16,572