Public Administration, MPA

Prepare for public leadership. Transform learning into actions that serve our communities. Join a new generation of leaders who bring social innovation to the halls of government as well as to corporate boardrooms.

Public Administration, MPA

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The USF Advantage

Ranked in the top 20% of MPA programs in the US.
A flexible class schedule accommodates working professionals. Classes are also offered on Saturday.
Small class sizes promote one-on-one attention and deep relationships.
A wide range of scholarship and financial aid options.
Typical program length is 21 months with 38 units.
Classes begin each fall at the USF Downtown San Francisco campus. Also offered in fall, spring and summer.
Preferred but not required - two years of professional work experience, including internships.
Accredited by NASPAA, the foremost membership organization of graduate programs in public administration, public policy, public affairs, and public & nonprofit management in the US and around the world.
Ranked among the Best Public Affairs Programs by the U.S. News & World Report.
A Health Services Administration concentration offers students a specialized public management degree designed for a career in the U.S. healthcare system.

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