Program Overview
The Public Administration at The University of Texas at Tyler is a MPA programme in Humanities over 24 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,480 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,480 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Tyler, 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
- Organizational Behavior
- Information Systems in Public Administration
- Public Budgeting and Finance
- Administrative Ethics
- Research Methods
- Public Administration Capstone Seminar
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of 3 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).
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
- For applicants to the Generalist track:
- Three years of full-time employment in a public or non-profit organization is required.
- A letter expressing interest and motivation for pursuing the degree should be submitted; and an interview may be required.
- A course in research methods is recommended before admission to that track.
- In addition to requirements 1. and 2., applicants to the Health Care Administration track must have at least three years of full-time employment in a health care profession. They must also submit:
- An Applicant Information Sheet.
- A 300 word written essay.
- A resume.
- Three letters of recommendation; preferably one from a supervisor.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,480 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,480 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,480 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,480 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Texas at Tyler 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 Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler
Tyler, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Aug, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
