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Total Credit Hours
36
Cost Per Credit Hour
$697
The online Master of Public Administration is offered through the LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business Department of Public Administration and LSU Online. This graduate-level degree targets both pre-service and in-service candidates with an interest in public service careers. Students will master the skills to participate in and contribute to the policy and administrative process. Students will also learn how to lead and manage in public organizations; analyze, synthesize, critically evaluate, and solve problems; and make and justify decisions. Graduates will leave the program with the ability to articulate and apply a public service perspective and interact productively with a diverse workforce and citizenry. An MPA is a versatile degree that prepares students for employment in the non-profit, public, and private sectors.
Total Credit Hours
36
Cost Per Credit Hour
$697
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Total credit hours for program: 36 credit hours
Cost per credit hour: $697
Total cost with fees: $25,092
Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Exact fees may vary by program. Please consult an Enrollment Concierge for the final program cost.
The Master of Public Administration requires the completion of 36 credits distributed as follows:
*Students can take 4000-level and higher courses as electives from any other College/department with approval. The course must be taught by a member of the LSU Graduate Faculty.
Admission to graduate study is a two-fold evaluation process. The Office of Graduate Admissions determines eligibility and the Department of Public Administration determines admissibility to the degree program. Final admission to the university is subject to approval by the Office of Graduate Admissions. Students are eligible for admission to the Department of Public Administration once they have successfully submitted the following requirements. Each student and their portfolio will be evaluated on an individual basis.
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