Overview

If you're majoring in the Public Affairs or Political Science program of the University of North Dakota, you can earn an M.P.A. in just one extra year with UND's combined degree program. Learn to understand, and act upon, the policy and management issues confronting governments and non-profit organizations while getting a degree from one of the nation's top-ranked online policy programs, and the only one in North Dakota.

Program Highlights

Network and build skills outside the classroom in the Pi Sigma Alpha honor society and Public Affairs Club. Graduate students can participate in Pi Alpha Alpha, the national public administration honor society, or UND's MPA Student Organization.

Earn hands-on experience through internships: Students have worked in city, county and state government, non-profit groups, NGOs and more.

Complete applied research alongside UND faculty members.

Career Highlights

Employers recognize that candidates with an M.P.A. understand the leadership and policy challenges facing governments and non-profit organizations and how to achieve greater efficiency. You'll find career options in fields such as:

City and county administration

Hospital administration

Human resources

Management consulting

Nonprofit management

When You Earn a degree in Public Affairs or Political Science

A Public Affairs or Political Science degree gives you the strategic skills you need, including:

Strategic Planning

Event Planning

Legal Research

Policy Analysis

Public Policies

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods

Administrative Ethics in the Public Sector

Public Budgeting and Financial Administration

Creation and Management of Social Enterprises

Problems in Political Science and Public Administration

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2023-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-08-16 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-06-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Public Administration Public Policy Political Science View 1549 other Bachelors in Political Science in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete Mandatory Immunizations and TB Screening

Send Official Records

Apply Online and Pay $35 Application Fee

Complete Statement of Financial Responsibility

Provide Evidence of English Proficiency

Tuition Fee

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International

18820 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18820 USD per year during 48 months.
National

14114 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14114 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

9409 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9409 USD per year during 48 months.

Minnesota residents: 10,539 USD per year

Living costs for Grand Forks

1000 - 2180 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Public Affairs or Political Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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