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Public Administration and Policy, M.S.

Now more than ever, we need leaders who can help our governments, nonprofits, and other public organizations navigate increasingly complex times. McDaniel’s Master’s in Public Administration and Policy program prepares you to guide the way.

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Degree Types
Master's,B.A./M.S. Pathway
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Program Cost
$647 per credit
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Format
Online
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Total credits
33

About the Program

This fully online degree program equips you to be a thoughtful and insightful leader within your community by educating you in the various facets of public administration and policy planning and governing. You’ll learn how to be an effective and skilled director in any public organization by learning from well-versed practitioners. 

Key Outcomes

Throughout the program, you will:

• Learn how to manage financial and human resources in public and non-profit organizations

• Form and articulate your personal leadership identity and values as they relate to the role of a public administrator

• Participate in and contribute to the policy process through development, implementation, and evaluation of public policy and programs

Why McDaniel for Public Administration and Policy

We’ve designed our program to make sure it meets the needs of today’s aspiring leaders.

  • Convenience. The program is 100% online and can be completed in just two years
  • Affordability. Our competitive tuition puts a degree within your reach
  • Structure. Courses are offered in eight-week segments with two courses offered per semester

What You Need to Know About the M.S. in Public Administration and Policy

Admissions Requirements

Candidates must submit:

  • Completed application for graduate study
  • Official transcript verifying completion of an undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 3.00 (Students with a GPA between 2.75 and 2.99 will be admitted provisionally which requires a student to maintain a 3.0 GPA in the first 9 to 12 credit hours. Students with less than a 2.75 GPA can be considered for provisional admission on a case-by-case basis but may be required to provide additional documents or participate in an interview. Admission may also require additional conditions.)
  • Professional resume highlighting related work experience
  • Goal statement detailing personal and professional goals relative to the program of study

Degree Requirements

  • Successful completion of 33 credits hours outlined in the curriculum
  • Minimum 3.0 G.P.A.
  • Successful completion of professional portfolio, presentation, and public service internship

State Authorization & Professional Licensure

Bachelor’s to Master’s Pathway Start Early. Save Time. Save Money.

McDaniel College’s Bachelor’s to Master’s (BA/MS) pathways give motivated students the chance to earn both their undergraduate and graduate degrees faster and at a lower cost. These pathways are designed to help students gain advanced skills and knowledge that are important in today’s job market, allowing them to save time and money while getting ahead.

By offering these pathways, McDaniel College meets the growing need for higher education and professional expertise. Students who choose a BA/MS pathway can build strong qualifications for their careers, putting themselves in a better position to succeed by earning an advanced degree.

Bachelor’s to Master’s Pathways at McDaniel College

Want to Know More?

Get more information at one of our monthly Virtual Coordinator Connections. Make a connection with the coordinator of your graduate program of choice and discover if McDaniel is the right fit for you.

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Start your application now for fall admission.

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Program Coordinator

Timothy Bagwell
tbagwell@mcdaniel.edu
 

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Special Opportunities

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Culminating Experience

All students in the M.S. in Public Administration and Policy program have the option of choosing a 3 credit internship or a 3 credit capstone project.

Advancing Your Career

Students who graduate with an M.S. in Public Administration and Policy have pursued careers in:

  • Local, State, and Federal Government
  • Nonprofit Management
  • Higher Education
  • Human Resource Management
  • Public Safety
  • Research

Related Programs

Political Science Criminal Justice Data Analytics, M.S. (STEM Designated with Day-1 CPT)

Want to Know More?

Get more information at one of our monthly Virtual Coordinator Connections. Make a connection with the coordinator of your graduate program of choice and discover if McDaniel is the right fit for you.

Register Here

Apply

Start your application now for fall admission.

Start Your Application

Program Coordinator

Timothy Bagwell
tbagwell@mcdaniel.edu
 

Request More Info
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