Public Administration (M.P.A.)
Basic Degree Information/Description:
The mission of the Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) program is to prepare students for careers and leadership roles in public and nonprofit organizations and to nurture their commitment to ethical public service in a diverse society.
Why pursue an M.P.A.?
- Accredited by National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA).
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Easy Accessibility--Courses offered in the evening at the Downtown campus;
twelve or more courses offered in the fall and spring semesters; 3-6 courses
offered in the summer semesters. - Rising public and non-profit demand for the MPA degree.
Degree Requirements:
The minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree, exclusive of coursework or other study required to remove admission deficiencies, is 39. In addition to these basic degree requirements, students without previous work experience that supports attainment of careers and leadership roles in public and nonprofit organizations must complete an additional 6 semester credit hours of PAD 6963,6 Internship.
For a complete list of degree requirements please see the Graduate Catalog.
Admission requirements and Deadlines:
Admission pre-requisites:
Bachelor's degree with 18 credit hours in field of study or in another appropriate field of study. Applicants may be required to complete an American Government course if the class was not taken as an undergraduate student.
Graduate Studies Application: Yes
Department Application: No
Transcripts: Official transcripts from ALL colleges and universities attended
Test Scores: Not required
Resume: Recommended
Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation required. Please submit both the form as well as a letter from persons familiar with the applicant's academic or work abilities (normally professors or work supervisors).
Statement of Purpose: Yes; 500 word letter of intent explaining reasons for pursuing the MPA; how their educational experience has prepared them for the MPA program, and how the degree will help the applicant achieve his or her goals.
Minimum TOEFL Score (for International Applicants): 550 paper/79 internet
Minimum IELTS Score (for International Applicants): 6.5
Additional Requirements: International students and those with international degrees may be required to submit additional documents per our admissions policies and procedures. The Graduate School reserves the right to request any additional documents needed to fairly and consistently evaluate applicant credentials.
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Application Deadline Dates
Domestic Applicants (Citizens and Permanent Residents):
Spring- November 1
Summer- April 1
Fall- July 1
International Applicants:
Spring- September 1
Summer- March 1
Fall- April 1
Contact Information:
Graduate Advisor of Record: Renee Nank, Ph.D.
Email: Renee.Nank@utsa.edu
Telephone: (210) 458-2621
Degree Website:
http://copp.utsa.edu/public-administration/home
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Degree Catalog Link:
http://www.utsa.edu/gcat/chapter6/COPP/padept.html
Career Options Available for an M.P.A. Graduate:
- Students find positions as managers, analysts, supervisors, and specialists in the public sector, especially in local city, county and state agencies. Many of our students also find positions in the non-profit sector, as well as with private firms that require contact with public agencies.
Funding Opportunities:
Course Scheduling and Offerings:
- The majority of courses are offered once a week, from 5:30-8:15 PM, at the Downtown campus. Courses are offered Monday through Thursday evenings. We occasionally offer courses on Saturday mornings or in the afternoon.
Research taking place in the M.P.A. program:
- Issues of Public Administration theory; public policy formulation in general and in specific fields such as environmental, energy, and civil rights; public management issues; human resource management and its implications; nonprofit/public sector and public/private partnerships; economics in the public sector; local and regional economic development; urban planning and diversity issues in the public sector; electronic government.
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