Master of Public Affairs

Master of Public Affairs

Master degree
12 months
Application deadlines: July
Processing time: 30 days
Full-time
Intakes: Fall
International tuition: $28,320
Domestic tuition: $28,320

Program overview

Merrimack’s Master of Public Affairs is designed to offer you the opportunity to learn content and skills related to the breadth of fields within public service. Rather than choosing one area of focus in public administration, public policy or non-profit management, our curriculum allows you to engage in each area for a well-rounded experience that translates to the field. You’ll learn in small, engaged classes with a range of academic experts and practitioners which lead to opportunities for internships and field experience.

Study options

Study options
This program can be done
On campus

Requirements

Exams:

  • IELTS
  • TOEFL iBT
  • PTE
A complete application includes: Online application Official College Transcripts from all institutions attended Resumé Personal Statement Recommendations Essays (required by fellowships and some graduate programs) Standardized test scores (optional) Interviews (required by some graduate programs, including fellowships and assistantships)

Career opportunities

The Master of Public Affairs is a versatile degree valued by employers in government agencies, nonprofit organizations and private sectors. The M.P.A. can lead to careers in: State/city management Fiscal and budget analytics/management Social and community service management Urban planning and management Policy and program analysis and assessment Human Resource management Nonprofit management and fundraising Higher education administration Law enforcement Health administration

Campus location

North Andover , United States

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