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    Master of Public Administration (MPA)

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    Pittsburgh, USMPAIn-person2 years
    $79,796.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    81%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    35
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits
    $50.00
    App fee

    Master of Public Administration (MPA) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MPA program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $79,796.

    About the program

    The Master of Public Administration (MPA) prepares students for public service leadership by training for analytical, governance, and management roles across public, nonprofit, and private sectors. Students complete GSPIA core courses, choose a concentration, and also complete either a capstone/thesis option plus an approved internship.

    Focus: both
    #34 (US News 2024 Public Affairs)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Aug 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE is optional for all master’s degree applicants; may submit as supplemental material, but not required
    TOEFL
    required
    Min minimum TOEFL score required for admission is 80 on the Internet-based test, although 90 or above is strongly preferred
    IELTS
    required
    Min minimum IELTS score required for admission is 6.5 (overall, and in each of the subsections)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,030.00
    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.

    Recommendations

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Public Administration (MPA) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Administration (MPA) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is $79,796 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Administration (MPA) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Public Administration (MPA) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Public Administration (MPA) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus take to complete?
    Master of Public Administration (MPA) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Public Administration (MPA) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus?
    Master of Public Administration (MPA) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus reports an acceptance rate of approximately 81%.
    How large is the Master of Public Administration (MPA) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus cohort?
    Master of Public Administration (MPA) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus typically enrolls around 35 students per cohort.