Program Overview
The Public Administration at Villanova University is a Master programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered Hybrid. 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Philadelphia, 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
- Public Administration Theory
- Organization Theory
- Financial Management
- Public Personnel Management
- Analysis and Research I
- Analysis and Research II
- Administrative Communication
- Leadership Ethics
- Strategic Planning
- Effective City Management
- Effective Non-Profit Management
- Managing Public Networks
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
To be considered for acceptance into Villanova\xc2\x92s online graduate degree program, you must have:
- A bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an accredited university or college
- A minimum 3.0 undergraduate grade point average (GPA)
- A minimum of 3 years relevant work experience
Applicants must submit the following:
- A completed application form (call 1-866-220-0017 to request an application)
- A one-time, non-refundable $85 application fee
- Signed authorization for University Alliance to obtain official transcripts for all colleges and universities attended
- Three letters of recommendation, preferably from professionals in the applicant\xc2\x92s proposed field of study
- A r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9 or curriculum vitae detailing the applicant\xc2\x92s employment history, job responsibilities and professional accomplishments
- An essay describing the applicant\xc2\x92s relevant work experience and ultimate career goals
- MPA candidates \xc2\x96 Two pages
- MS in HRD candidates \xc2\x96 500 words
Applicants who graduated from a non-U.S. institution of higher education may be required to provide additional documentation.
- Applicants who are not U.S. citizens must submit an official copy of their TOEFL results with a minimum score of 550 on the paper-based test or 80 on the Internet-based test. Exceptions: Applicants who earned their undergraduate degree from an accredited U.S. institution of higher education do not have to provide TOEFL results. Applicants from English-speaking countries and native English-speakers living abroad may also request a TOEFL exemption.
- Applicants who earned their degree from a non-U.S. institution of higher education must submit an official credential evaluation of all degree-bearing transcripts, completed by an accredited credential evaluation agency. The credential evaluation must be obtained and paid for by the applicant.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Villanova 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 Villanova University
Villanova University
Villanova, United States
Villanova University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-09-17
- Start Date 2017-12-13
- Language English
- Duration 24 months