Program Overview
The Public Administration at San Francisco State University is a Master 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 35,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 19,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: San Francisco, 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
- Performance Management and Planning
- Economic Perspectives
- Managing Human Capital
- Program and Service Delivery
- Resource Allocation and Management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Submit an official transcript from every college or university attended directly to the Division of Graduate Studies at SF State.
- Letter of Application to SF State MPA Program. This statement of purpose should describe the following information (in no more four pages, double spaced):
- Life experiences that have led you to an interest in public service (public or nonprofit)
- Background in the public service, including any work or volunteer experience you might have in public or nonprofit agencies
- Areas of specific interests in the public service, including what has led you to these specific interests
- Career and professional goals and aspiration
- How the MPA degree will be helpful and consistent with your career goals and aspirations
- Why this is the right time in your career to come into a MPA program and seek the degree
- Why the SF State MPA degree program is a good fit for you and your career / professional goals
- Your current resume
- Two (2) letters of recommendation. These should be from individuals who know the candidate well and can address their potential for succeeding in graduate school. The letters do not have to be from faculty members at an academic institution, they can be from supervisors or others familiar with the candidate\'s work.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 35,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 19,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 35,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 19,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact San Francisco State University 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 San Francisco State University
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, United States
San Francisco State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-19
- Language English