Public Administration
Master of Public Administration
College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
Programs of Interest
0Become a public sector innovator
The Master of Public Administration (MPA) will prepare you for a leadership position within the public sector. You’ll develop the critical management skills you’ll need to succeed in your public service career, including:
- Ethical organizational leadership
- Public finance and budgeting
- Human resource management
- Public policy design and analysis
Choose a concentration in one of the following areas:
- Cybersecurity
- Emergency Management
- Health Care Administration
- International Public Management
- Metropolitan Planning and Urban Affairs
- Public Management
- Standard Concentration
Our mission
The Master in Public Administration (MPA) degree prepares students for leadership and administrative roles in public service. We educate students on the technical, managerial, and leadership skills required to deliver effective, accountable, and equitable government services. We promote compassion for marginalized communities and ethical service to all people with a focus on social justice, professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and transparency.
Flexible formats for any lifestyle
All courses for this program are offered in the evening on the Loop Campus or entirely online. The program can be completed in two years and one additional quarter (including one summer) by following a schedule of two classes per quarter.
Online Degree Option
The online Public Administration (MPA) from DePaul’s College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences offers small class sizes and is taught by the same award-winning faculty you'll find on campus. Tailored to meet the needs of your busy schedule, you'll achieve the same learning outcomes as in-person classes through collaborative and engaged learning.
Application Deadlines
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. You may begin the program in any quarter.
Submit an online application, professional statement, résumé and official transcripts.
You’ll complete 10 core courses plus three concentration courses.
Alumni Network
You’ll benefit from extensive networking opportunities with DePaul’s strong alumni network, including more than 3,460 School of Public Service alumni. Connect with fellow Public Administration grads, who typically pursue careers in government, association management and within various nonprofit organizations.
Hear more from SPS Alumni
Accreditation
DePaul’s MPA program is NASPAA-accredited according to the Commission on Peer Review & Accreditation. Learn more about our accreditation.
Scholarships & Aid
The School of Public Service offers several quarterly scholarship, graduate assistantship and fellowship opportunities. Learn more about the scholarships and opportunities available to you.
Contact Information
For more information about applying, contact The Office of Graduate Admission at
(773) 325-7315 or LASgrad@depaul.edu.
Take the next step
We’ll send you information about the degree, admission requirements and upcoming info sessions. Let’s get started.