Program Overview
The Public Affairs at Indiana University of Pennsylvania is a MA 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 Affairs 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
- Tuition: USD 725 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 483 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Indiana, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Affairs 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
- Schedule evening classes to accommodate your work schedule.
- Develop a core competence in methodology, and then choose from among six interdisciplinary specializations to further focus your career aspirations:Criminal justice administrationPlanning and regional developmentHuman services administrationHuman resources managementLocal government managementInternational development administration
- Criminal justice administration
- Planning and regional development
- Human services administration
- Human resources management
- Local government management
- International development administration
- Earn academic credit while working with a mentor in the workforce who will help you develop a meaningful internship within your field.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Please follow the following steps to submit your online application to IUP:
Apply online\xc2\xa0using your Admissions Profile. \xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0
Note:\xc2\xa0After creating your profile, you can view the current status of the items needed to complete your application.Submit your\xc2\xa0nonrefundable $50 application fee\xc2\xa0(via the IUP Marketplace).
Request\xc2\xa0official transcripts\xc2\xa0from every college or university attended, including institutions from which a degree was not earned
Write and upload a\xc2\xa0goal statement
Request\xc2\xa0two letters of recommendation*\xc2\xa0using the online request form available on your Admissions Profile.\xc2\xa0
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 725 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 483 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 725 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 483 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Indiana University of Pennsylvania 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 Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, United States
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 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 2015-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English