About the course

Our program is one of fewer than 300 programs in the nation accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA). Our graduates work in a wide variety of leadership positions across all levels of government, as well as diverse nonprofit and private organizations. Our alumni are making a real difference throughout Ohio and beyond as city, county, and township administrators, planners, department and program managers, nonprofit executives, entrepreneurs, community developers, and fundraising professionals. If you are an experienced professional seeking career advancement or a student planning to begin your career in public service, our engaged faculty members will help you plan your program of study to best meet your professional needs, develop or enhance your management skills, and deepen your understanding of the dynamic context and operations of diverse organizations. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Dayton
Summer (May), 2024	Dayton
Fall (August), 2024	Dayton
Spring (January), 2025	Dayton
Summer (May), 2025	Dayton
Fall (August), 2025	Dayton
Spring (January), 2026	Dayton
Summer (May), 2026	Dayton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Wright State University

Applicants must have earned a bachelor?s degree prior to matriculation in the MPA program. Students who earned an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 or a GPA of at least 2.7 with a 3.2 GPA for the second half of their undergraduate course work may be granted Regular admission status. Those with an undergraduate GPA of at least 2.7 or a GPA of at least 2.5 with a GPA of 3.0 for the second half of their undergraduate course work may be granted Conditional admission status. Prospective applicants who do not meet these criteria for admission should review the policies of the WSU Graduate School for additional options.

　　A score of 79/120 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (T.O.E.F.L.)

　　A band 6 or higher through the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

　　During the current COVID-19 pandemic, the international admissions team will accept a minimum score of English proficiency on the following tests: TOEFL home 79 and IELTS indicator: 6

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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