Overview

Public Administration students at Kutztown University study topics and cultivate skills that prepare them for employment in the public and non-profit sectors.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to demonstrate mastery over general knowledge of theory and practice of Public Administration.
Students will be able to demonstrate the use of financial data for decision making.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of other political systems around the world and their different institutions and political culture. This also includes an ability to describe international interactions among states and non-state actors.
Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas orally and in writing.
Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to interact productively in the workforce.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Empirical Political Analysis

Public Administration

Planning & Decision Making

Public Budgeting and Fiscal Management

Human Resource Management

Public Policy Making

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-03 00:00:00 , National

More details

Those with long visa wait-times may want to apply by May 1 for Fall and by Oct. 1 for Spring.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kutztown, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the Kutztown Application (Recommended) or apply through the Common Application.

Pay the $35 USD Application Fee in the application portal

Submit Proof of English Proficiency.

Send an official high school transcript to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. High school transcripts must be sent directly from the high school. GED results must be sent directly from the Department of Education.

You have the option to submit SAT or ACT scores. KU is currently test-optional.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12590 USD / year

≈ 12590 USD / year
Out-of-State

12590 USD / year

≈ 12590 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7994 USD / year

≈ 7994 USD / year

Additional Details

Reduced Rate non residents students only-$8,285

Living costs

Kutztown

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Student Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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