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    Master of Public Administration

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    Miami, USMPAIn-person2 years
    $42,100.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    90
    Cohort
    students
    42
    Credits
    $30.00
    App fee

    Master of Public Administration at Florida International University is a 42-credit, 2-year, in-person MPA program based in Miami, US. Tuition is $42,100.

    About the program

    FIU’s Master of Public Administration prepares students for careers in public service and public affairs by offering specialization options and focusing on skills and values for effective public and non-profit managerial roles.

    Focus: coursework
    #62 in Best Public Affairs Programs (U.S. News & World Report)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 80 iBT or 550 PBT
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5 overall

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $23,800.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Public Administration at Florida International University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Administration at Florida International University is $42,100 across 42 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Administration at Florida International University online or in-person?
    Master of Public Administration at Florida International University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Public Administration at Florida International University take to complete?
    Master of Public Administration at Florida International University is structured around 2 years and 42 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Public Administration at Florida International University?
    Per the program's published guidance: GPA of 3.0 or better in all upper division (undergraduate) course work
    How large is the Master of Public Administration at Florida International University cohort?
    Master of Public Administration at Florida International University typically enrolls around 90 students per cohort.