Program Overview
The Public Administration at University of Massachusetts Boston is a Master programme in Humanities over 18 months, 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
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 31,425 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 16,115 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Boston, 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
- New England Political Environment
- The New England Economic Environment
- Public Management: Theories & Principles
- Organizational Behavior
- Analytic Skills for Policy Analysis
- Public Budgeting & Financial Management
- Program Evaluation
- Policy Analysis Workshops
- Capstone/Case Study Seminar
- Independent Study
- Special Topics in Public Affairs
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
MPA Application Requirements
- a completed application form
- application fee (currently $60.00 for domestic applicants or $100.00 for international applicants: payable by credit card online [MasterCard or VISA];
- three letters of recommendationWe prefer that one letter be from a former professor; others can be from a supervisor or individual who can address your intellectual aptitude for graduate study.
- a current r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9noting your college(s), major(s), GPA(s) on the top of page one
- a personal statement (300 words) on your reasons for considering this UMass Boston MPA program in relation to your academic background, professional work experience, and career goals
- an essay (1,200 words) describing your personal qualities and development and how they have influenced your career choice
- official copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all colleges attended
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scoresPrevious scores less than five years old will be accepted.
- TOEFL or IELTS scores
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 31,425 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 16,115 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 31,425 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 16,115 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Massachusetts Boston 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 University of Massachusetts Boston
University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, United States
The University of Massachusetts Boston is a public university in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-05-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 18 months