Master of Public Affairs
Preparing Leaders for Effective Governance and Societal Impact
In the Master's of Public Affairs (MPA) program, you'll gain the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to become a leader in the non-profit, public, or private sector while creating meaningful social change.
Our mix of online and in-person classes allow you to move quickly towards pursuing your professional goals with the skills you need to fuel your success. Internships and client projects provide you with invaluable real-world experience.
Our goal is to make the MPA program financially accessible to all students, which is why it's one of the most affordable public policy degrees in the region. While the program is structured for completion in one year, we also welcome part-time students. This program is open to any applicant with a bachelor's degree. No GRE score is required to apply.
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Accelerated Master of Public Affairs (4+1)
The accelerated Master's of Public Affairs allows you to pursue your graduate degree while an undergraduate. The 4+1 MPA is open to outstanding students within the Five College Consortium. It is one of the fastest and most affordable ways to earn a master's and jump start your career.
School of Public Policy
The School of Public Policy prepares you to make positive social changes by addressing challenges through policy, management, and leadership education.