Frequently Asked Questions

How much does tuition cost?

You can use our tuition estimator to figure out how much tuition may cost for your degree/course plans.

What financial aid is available to help me pay tuition?

There is more than one way to fund your education. You can learn about the different types of financial aid or you can learn about the various scholarships available. If you have any other financial aid concerns, you can visit the Financial Aid Office’s webpage and GSU4U to learn about the services they offer to support student success.

How long will it take me to complete this degree?

A student enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per term could complete the program in seven semesters.

Students will receive guidance from their academic advisors to ensure they're on the best path towards graduation and prepared for life beyond GovState.

How many credit hours are required for degree completion?

The Academic Catalog provides the current program details on course work and total credit hours.

Can I “fast-track” to complete the degree in less time?

Students who believe they have substantial experience that could contribute to a quicker route toward program completion should arrange a meeting with the Program Coordinator to discuss the possibility.

Where can I work with my MPA?

What is the course delivery format?

Courses are delivered in online and face-to-face formats, with in-person classes scheduled during the evening.


Information Sessions

Want to learn more about the MPA program? Attend an information session!

UPCOMING MPA INFORMATION SESSIONS

Communications

The program will provide appropriate and current information about its mission, policies, practices, and accomplishments—including student learning outcomes--sufficient to inform decisions by its stakeholders such as prospective and current students; faculty; employers of current students and graduates; university administrators; alumni; and accrediting agencies.

Information about the mission

Policies

Practices and Accomplishments

To inform decisions by prospective and current students

To inform decisions by faculty

To inform decisions by employers of current students and graduates

To inform decisions by university administrators

To inform decisions by accrediting agencies

The Master of Public Administration Program is a part of graduate programs offered by the College of Arts and Sciences within the Division of Arts and Letters. With the program motto “knowledge is power,” our faculty have all used education as a catalyst to make personal evolutions that empower community change.