Study Master of Public Administration at University of Idaho in the USA, College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Leadership in the public sector demands a broad understanding of public sector management. The Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree is offered for students interested in careers in the governance and management of local governments and communities. The skills you’ll gain can be applied to careers in non-profit, state, and federal agencies.In this program you can expect to improve your intellectual and analytical skills, earning practical experience you need to enhance your ability to serve the public interest. Both on-campus MPA and online MPA degrees are offered.

Which department am I in?

College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$31,582.00 per year

Books and supplies – 1227

Application deadline

15/01/2027

Start date

May 2027

Venue

Moscow (Main Campus)

875 Perimeter Drive MS 4264,

Moscow,

Idaho,

83844, West, United States

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$31,582.00 per year

Books and supplies – 1227

Application deadline

01/09/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Moscow (Main Campus)

875 Perimeter Drive MS 4264,

Moscow,

Idaho,

83844, West, United States

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Entry requirements

For international students

All international graduate school applicants must satisfy the following criteria to be considered for graduate admission to University of Idaho: Have earned or will have earned a bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a recognized accrediting body, a ministry of education or an official quality assurance organization. The bachelor's degree should be equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree consisting of four years of study (120 semester credit hours or 180 quarter hours). An official academic record from all post-secondary education institutions attended is required. This takes time so start this early in your application process.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.