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Master of Public Administration Hawaii Pacific University Hawaii Pacific University, USA

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USD 17676

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 55 Waived

Application Fee

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12 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The HPU College of Professional Studies, Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree is a professional terminal degree for students seeking a career in public service or nonprofit management. This degree addresses the important skill sets needed for mid and upper management to formulate, implement, and manage policies, projects, and programs that address important needs or problems within organizations and in society.

The MPA degree is a 36-credit hour accelerated, fixed curriculum program offered in both in-person and online formats.  Courses are offered in 8-week terms.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

Students who complete the Master of Public Administration MPA will be able to:

  • Identify problems, needs or objectives associated with public administration issues, collect, and analyze evidence related to those problems or objectives, assess assumptions, and define relevant individual perspectives.
  • Recognize and articulate information, access, evaluate, and use relevant source material effectively, ethically, and legally to lead and manage public or nonprofit organizations.
  • Synthesize relevant information and concepts to effectively, clearly, and persuasively articulate democratic perspectives of a diverse and changing workforce and citizenry.
  • Demonstrate advance knowledge, skills, and public service perspectives to support and protect the greater good of society in the policy process and its implementation.
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 14 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Aug 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Aug 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    55 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    17676

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 55 Waived

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    17000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    • Scholarships available for UG
    • Scholarships not offered for PG Up to $10500/ year

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