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    Public Administration

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    Seoul, KRMPAIn-person16 months
    ₩16,645,286
    Tuition
    over 16mo
    15
    Cohort
    students
    33
    Credits
    ₩90,000
    App fee

    Public Administration at Seoul National University is a 33-credit, 16-month, in-person MPA program based in Seoul, KR. Tuition is ₩16,645,286.

    About the program

    Program covers core public management skills including organization, personnel, finance, policy, and development, alongside government innovation, administrative reform, digital transformation, AI literacy, public data analytics, and evidence-based policy.

    Focus: both
    QS World University Rankings: 8th in Social Policy & Administration (2025)

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL iBT 80
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    South Korea D-10 Job Seeker Visa (up to 2 years)

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Public Administration at Seoul National University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Public Administration at Seoul National University is ₩16,645,286 across 33 required credits.
    Is Public Administration at Seoul National University online or in-person?
    Public Administration at Seoul National University is offered in-person.
    How long does Public Administration at Seoul National University take to complete?
    Public Administration at Seoul National University is structured around 16 months and 33 credits.
    How large is the Public Administration at Seoul National University cohort?
    Public Administration at Seoul National University typically enrolls around 15 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Public Administration at Seoul National University?
    Post-completion work rights for Public Administration at Seoul National University: South Korea D-10 Job Seeker Visa (up to 2 years)