Hamline University School of Business Doctorate in Public Administration Office of Graduate Admission 1536 Hewitt Ave. Saint Paul, MN 55104-1284 US   Phone: 1-651-523-2900 Fax: 1-651-523-3058   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Doctoral DPA-Doctorate in Public Administration On Campus   The Hamline University Doctorate in Public Administration (DPA) degree program is ideal for seasoned employees interested in state and local policy issues who wish to strengthen their knowledge and skills to continue their public service or for those individuals preparing for a career transition to consult or teach. The Doctorate in Public Administration (DPA) degree program is directed toward practicing public program administrators and those working in closely related areas. The Doctorate in Public Administration (DPA) degree program is designed for professionals who wish to build on the experience and knowledge they have already attained, and who anticipate substantial increases in their responsibilities. Through skills learned in the Doctorate in Public Administration (DPA) degree program, students may be able to advance their careers, and also advance the field of public administration, allowing for more effective public leadership.     Accreditation Information:   # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements Requirements Qualifying Exam: GMAT Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: English Proficiency: Research Competency: Clinical Internship:   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements   Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 335  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 1500  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $320  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $5750  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience:   Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year: Semester  Placement Percentage:   Historically Black:   Religious Affiliation: United Methodist