Online Master of Public Administration
NASPAA-Accredited Program
Ethical Leaders Are Made Here
In a time where society is facing unprecedented levels of change and imbalance, the ethics and morals of public servants can make or break a community’s future. Augusta University Online’s NASPAA-accredited Master of Public Administration (MPA) program prepares socially conscious public service leaders with the skills and principles to cultivate more equitable and resilient communities.
Whether you’re looking to advance your career in government or nonprofit roles, our MPA degree was built to help you reach your potential. Our dedicated, real-world experienced faculty take the time to get to know you and your goals, then help you create an action plan for your success.
At as low as $236 per credit hour, Augusta’s accredited online MPA program offers high-quality education at an unbeatable value. Are you ready to get the degree you need to make your mark?
Next Application Deadline: December 12
Contact Us
AU Online
Health Sciences Campus
Suite 2300
706-770-6046
What You'll Learn
The online MPA program is an applied degree that balances scholarship and practice with the aim to enhance the performance of public and nonprofit professionals by providing them with an interdisciplinary skill set that they can immediately apply in their roles. During your time in the program, coursework will be guided by five core values:
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Integrity: Emphasizes accountability, honesty, fairness and ethical behavior in personal and professional relationships and activities.
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Public Service: Inspires faculty and students to engage in public service that reflects the highest ideals of citizenship and service to the community, the nation and the world.
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Democratic Values: Emphasizes principles that drive democracy, encouraging students to observe and respect the Constitution and the rule of law in service to the public.
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Professionalism: Develops career-focused skills that center on competence, excellence, efficiency, objectivity and impartiality.
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Equity and Diversity: Emphasizes fundamental exercises of authority and responsibility in public administration, tempered by respect for human dignity, fairness and social equity.
Career Outlook for MPA Graduates
Public servants are invaluable members of our society. Even as the world changes, quality leadership will always be in demand. Upon graduation from the program, you’ll be prepared for a career in economic development, criminal justice, higher education administration, city-county management, emergency management, and many others, with roles such as:
City Manager*
Average Annual Salary: $141,410
Fundraising Manager*
Median Annual Salary: $125,620
Budget Analyst*
Median Annual Salary: $82,260
Urban and Regional Planner*
Median Annual Salary: $79,540
Compliance Officer*
Median Annual Salary: $71,690
*Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Tuition for Your Online Master of Public Administration Degree
$236 per credit*
36 credits
Financial aid available
Earning a graduate degree is about more than career advancement — it’s about developing the skills to live a better, more stable life. With affordable graduate programs, we rank in the top 5 percent for increased economic mobility for low- and moderate-income students, according to the Economic Mobility Index, a tool created by the Third Way think tank.
Learn More About Financing Your Degree
*The cost per credit for in-state tuition is $236, while out-of-state tuition is $822 per credit and out-of-country tuition is $838 per credit. Waivers may be available for students who do not meet the qualifications for a Georgia-resident status. Visit the Tuition Classification & Waiver Information page to see if you are eligible for in-state tuition and fees.
What Sets Our Online MPA Program Apart
Accredited
Accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA), the online degree is part of the elite 60 percent of accredited MPA programs nationally, ensuring a quality education with a widespread reputation.
Hands-On Learning
The online program provides transformative learning through service, internships, and interactive, experiential, and collaborative projects, fostering real-world skills for impactful public service careers.
Nonprofit Certificate
Students have the option to earn a nonprofit certificate as part of their degree program, allowing them to specialize their education toward their interests.
Community Feel
AU has the tight-knit community feel of a small private school while also delivering the research capabilities, funding and world-class faculty of a large public institution.
Admissions Requirements
To be considered for admission to the online MPA program, the following items must be submitted along with your application:
- Official transcripts from all universities and colleges attended, showing that you’ve earned a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university, with a GPA above 2.7 on a 4.0 scale
- Three formal letters of recommendation
- Resume/CV
- Proof of Lawful Presence: In accordance with Board of Regents Policy 4.1.6, all applicants for admission to Augusta University are required to provide validation
of lawful presence in the United States.
- Acceptance to Augusta University is conditional until lawful presence is verified.
- ALL applicants who are U.S. citizens must submit documentation that verifies their lawful presence in the United States at the time of application to admissions@augusta.edu.
About Augusta University Online
Augusta University Online brings the tight-knit community experience and research opportunities found on campus to students across the country. Small class sizes, engaged professors, strong relationships with a multitude of professional organizations and valuable input from subject matter experts across industries allow our graduate degrees to provide students with individualized attention and practical, real-world skills. One of the country’s top universities for improving economic outcomes for low- and moderate-income graduates, Augusta University Online gives students a truly transformative degree experience that allows them to make a profound impact on their lives.
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