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    Public Administration (MPA)

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    Orlando, USMPAHybrid2 years
    $50,252.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    84%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    114
    Cohort
    students
    42
    Credits
    $30.00
    App fee

    Public Administration (MPA) at University of Central Florida is a 42-credit, 2-year, hybrid MPA program based in Orlando, US. Tuition is $50,252.

    About the program

    The program covers foundations of public administration, public budgeting and financial management, data applications, strategic planning, policy, organizational management, with specializations in public management and leadership, local government management, community engagement, and public finance and economic development. It includes a capstone experience.

    Focus: coursework
    US News #47 (tie) Best Public Affairs Programs, #21 Local Government Management
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT

    $59,742.00
    Avg starting salary
    $18,000.00
    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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Public Administration (MPA) at University of Central Florida cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Public Administration (MPA) at University of Central Florida is $50,252 across 42 required credits.
    Is Public Administration (MPA) at University of Central Florida online or in-person?
    Public Administration (MPA) at University of Central Florida is offered hybrid.
    How long does Public Administration (MPA) at University of Central Florida take to complete?
    Public Administration (MPA) at University of Central Florida is structured around 2 years and 42 credits.
    What GPA is required for Public Administration (MPA) at University of Central Florida?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA
    How competitive is Public Administration (MPA) at University of Central Florida?
    Public Administration (MPA) at University of Central Florida reports an acceptance rate of approximately 84%.