GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Graduate Programs in Public Administration
Shaping inclusive, ethical leaders for tomorrow.
A Master of Public Administration, a joint JD/MPA, and standalone graduate certificates — all fully accredited by NASPAA, all built around working professionals.
Find your path in public service
JOINT DEGREE
JD/MPA
Earn both degrees together with the Charles Widger School of Law. |
STANDALONE OR COMBINED
Certificates
Nonprofit Management, City Management or Public Administration. |
Quick Facts
Flexible
ONLINE, IN-PERSON OR HYBRID
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36–39
CREDITS, ALL SECTORS
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$995
PER CREDIT
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Top-ranked
#80 BEST PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAMS
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A department built around public service
Practical curriculum, engaged faculty, real community partnerships and a national alumni network — across every program in the department.
Practical, transferable curriculum
Build skills in ethical leadership, human-centered management, strategic planning and decision-making, data analysis and stakeholder collaboration.
View the Curriculum →Hands-on learning
Gain real-world experience through internships and projects with government agencies and nonprofits across the region.
About Internships →
A network that lasts
Expert faculty, ambitious peers and supportive alumni who keep advancing your career long after you graduate.
Meet the Nova Network →Faculty who practice
Learn from teacher-scholars who bring current research and real-world public-sector partnerships into the classroom.
Meet the Faculty →
Specialize with a certificate
Match your studies to your career goals and interests with a specialized certificate in public administration, nonprofit management or city management.
LEARN ABOUT CERTIFICATES →Funding assistance
Offset the cost of your education with funding assistance, including employer tuition benefits, veteran benefits and merit-based scholarships.
EXPLORE FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES →
Deadlines and how to apply
| February 15 | Fall term |
| August 1 | Fall term |
| December 1 | Spring term |
| April 15 | Summer term |
On-campus classes run in 16-week terms. Online classes run in eight-week terms during the fall and spring and seven-week terms during the summer.
Questions about admission? Contact Khari Black.
Public administration at Villanova
The Program
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The Department
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Department of Public Administration Office of Graduate Studies Phone: 610-519-3934
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Accreditation The Villanova MPA is accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration.
Important notices for distance education students. Read the notices for important information about online courses and programs completed outside of Pennsylvania. Read the notices → |
Department of Public Administration
Villanova University
800 Lancaster Avenue
Garey Hall, Suite G43
Villanova, PA 19085
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