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    Master of Public Administration and Leadership

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    Columbus, USMPAOnline2 years
    $26,592.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    25
    Cohort
    students
    32
    Credits
    $70.00
    App fee

    Master of Public Administration and Leadership at Ohio State University-Main Campus is a 32-credit, 2-year, online MPA program based in Columbus, US. Tuition is $26,592.

    About the program

    The program covers core topics in public affairs, managerial leadership, budgeting, decision-making, data analysis, negotiation, and a capstone project. It offers specialization tracks in public management, public policy, criminal justice administration and policy, nonprofit management, and cybersecurity law, policy and management.

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE scores are not required
    TOEFL
    required
    Min scores should be above the equivalent of a TOEFL iBT Total Score of 100
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $15,902.00
    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 and Leadership at Ohio State University-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Administration and Leadership at Ohio State University-Main Campus is $26,592 across 32 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Administration and Leadership at Ohio State University-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Public Administration and Leadership at Ohio State University-Main Campus is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Public Administration and Leadership at Ohio State University-Main Campus take to complete?
    Master of Public Administration and Leadership at Ohio State University-Main Campus is structured around 2 years and 32 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Public Administration and Leadership at Ohio State University-Main Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum 3.0 GPA highly recommended
    How large is the Master of Public Administration and Leadership at Ohio State University-Main Campus cohort?
    Master of Public Administration and Leadership at Ohio State University-Main Campus typically enrolls around 25 students per cohort.