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Earn the degree that makes a difference

The Master of Public Administration program is a professional graduate degree designed to increase leadership and management skills in public service. The broad-based curriculum combines policy, finance, and management skills for careers in the nonprofit and government sectors.

 

The MPA Offers

  • A state-of-the-art curriculum emphasizing experiential learning.
  • A blend of management theory and public policy analysis.
  • A specialization in nonprofit management or local government administration.
  • Small classes, averaging 20 per class, offered evenings and Saturdays.
  • An MPA degree in two to three years while enrolled part-time.
  • The choice of fall, winter, spring, or summer start dates.
  • Mentorship, internship, and independent study options.
  • Access to alumni networks.

NASPAA Accredited Program of Study


 

Guest Lecturer, Cathy Allen Brings Local Case Study to the Policy Formation and Implementation class

Guest Lecturer, Cathy Allen Brings Local Case Study to the Policy Formation and Implementation class

Cathy Allen, President and Owner of The Connections Group was a guest lecturer in the Policy Formation and Implementation class ...

MPA Assistant Professor, Olha Krupa was accepted to the Lincoln Scholars Program

MPA Assistant Professor, Olha Krupa was accepted to the Lincoln Scholars Program

Olha Krupa was accepted to a highly selective research-oriented seminar for young scholars at the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy in Cambridge, MA.

Preventing Violence through Youth Engagement

Preventing Violence through Youth Engagement

MPA Student, Julie Cantrell makes a convincing argument in her final Policy Analysis paper that the key to solving violent crimes is actually student engagement.

2013 Policy Incubator Competition Presentations

2013 Policy Incubator Competition Presentations

Seattle University’s Institute of Public Service presents: 2013 Policy Incubator Competition Presentations ...