Program Overview
The Public Administration at The University of Vermont is a MPA 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,030 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 643 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Burlington, 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
- Foundations of Public Administration
- Organizational Theory and Behavior
- Research and Evaluation Methods
- Public and Non-Profit Financial Resource Management
- Policy Systems
- Internship
- MPA Capstone
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A sound academic record, including a baccalaureate degree from an accredited undergraduate institution.
- Satisfactory scores on the general aptitude section of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
- If you have a minimum of five years of professional experience in public administration, you may be eligible for a GRE waiver. To see if you qualify, please email your resume to\xc2\xa0mpa@uvm.edu\xc2\xa0for an assessment. International students who are required to take the TOEFL exam do not qualify for a GRE waiver.
- Three letters of recommendation attesting to the candidate\'s academic potential for graduate work and motivation for pursuing the M.P.A.
- Past experience in public service will be considered.
- Persons currently employed in administrative positions are encouraged to apply.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,030 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 643 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,030 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 643 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Vermont 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 University of Vermont
The University of Vermont
Burlington, United States
The University of Vermont and State Agricultural College, commonly referred to as the University of Vermont (UVM), is a public land-grant research university in Burlington, Vermont, United States....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-19
- Language English