University of North Dakota

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.P.A.- Public Administration, Certificate in Policy Analysis

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The purposes of the M.P.A. program are to prepare students for positions in the public service, non-profit, and health sectors and to increase the skills of persons already in those areas. The program achieves these purposes through a multidisciplinary curriculum that requires the students to have a basic understanding of the American political system, instructs the students on the fundamental concepts of public administration, and prepares the students to apply basic administrative principles in public management. The department offers a joint MPA/JD with the School of Law, three certificate programs, and a combined BSPA/MPA or a BA/MPA program for students who meet the admission criteria.

Accreditation:

UND is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. UND also holds many special accreditation's at the college, department, or program level.

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants who are seeking admission to Graduate School must meet all of the minimum general graduate school admission requirements identified in the Graduate School Catalog. In addition, the prospective students must fulfill the requirements for admission to the graduate program to which they are applying.

International Student Requirements:

All graduate applicants must demonstrate academic-level proficiency with the English language before they will be considered for admission. This requirement must be met by all applicants, regardless of citizenship, residency, or nation of birth. No applicants will be considered for admission until the English Language Proficiency is met. Please refer to the Academic Catalog for ways in which this requirement can be met.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999