Program Overview
The Public Administration at The State University of New Jersey is a Master of Public Adm programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Public Administration programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 14,328 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 14,328 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Newark, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Administration programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundational - Provides understanding of public administration contexts and key professional competencies for public and nonprofit sectors
- Analytical - Examines quantitative and qualitative data methods and research design
- Managerial - Provides foundations in organization and human resources management
- Financial - Examines financial contexts and budgeting skills
- Applications - Provides students with the opportunity to utilize what they have learned in the program via a real world project
- Leadership of Public Organizations
- Budgeting and Financial Management
- Nonprofit Management
- Public and Nonprofit Performance Management
- Healthcare Administration
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Application fee, three letters of recommendation, official transcripts, personal statement, and resume.TEST REQUIREMENTS
GRE is not required if undergraduate GPA is greater than or equal to 3.0. International and Non-US applicants have to submit TOEFL test scores equal or greater than 90 or IELTS 6.5 or higher is also accepted.PERSONAL STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Your personal statement should include the reason for choosing Rutgers University \xc2\x96 Newark School of Public Affairs and Administration, how you plan to use the MPA to advance your career goals, and why you believe you will be successful in our program.NOTE
Full consideration is given for spring until Dec.15, but admissions will continue until classes begin.English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 14,328 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 14,328 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 14,328 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 14,328 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The State University of New Jersey directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The State University of New Jersey
The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, United States
The State University of New Jersey, commonly known as Rutgers University, is a public research university headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States. Founded in 1766, it is one of...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-12-17
- Start Date 2018-01-22
- Language English