Troy University

Master in Public Administration (Master's)

Troy, United StatesTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • Tuition 30% below the typical master's
  • No application fee

About Master in Public Administration (Master's)

The program admits students on a rolling basis; tuition is Troy University's MPA programme offers affordability with flexible payment options and financial aid available for eligible students..

This programme is designed for working professionals and career changers seeking leadership roles in public service, government, and nonprofit sectors. Students study policy analysis, organizational leadership, ethics, and global challenges in public administration. The curriculum emphasizes real-world problem solving through case studies and internships. It prepares graduates for executive-level positions both domestically and internationally.

Focus areas include Global Leadership, Public Policy, Ethics in Public Administration, Budget Development and Management, Human Resource Management, Grant Writing.

The programme requires 36 credits, distributed across core coursework, research methods, and a capstone or practicum experience. Coursework includes policy, global contexts, and organizational leadership topics.

Graduates enter leadership roles in government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and international institutions, including positions such as city manager, policy analyst, and grants manager.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. No specific GPA or standardized test is required. Required documents include official transcripts and a statement of purpose.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. Online, on-campus in Montgomery or Atlanta, or hybrid; available full-time or part-time; can be completed in as little as 15 months. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 93% of applicants.

About Troy University

Troy University offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate programs for international students. Featured options include biomedical science, computer science, environmental science and MBA programs. Computer science includes eight majors, while visiting scholars join Troy faculty for research. The university's 1+2+1 program began with its first students in 2001 and connects selected Chinese universities with U.S. partner institutions. Participants complete study in China and the United States before receiving degrees from both institutions. The Troy campus provides on-campus housing, eight dining venues and a Trojan Center Food Court with American and international cuisine. Students can use the Trojan Fitness and Wellness Center, join intramural sports and participate in campus events. More than 150 student organizations cover academic, leadership, performing arts, religious, Greek-life and student-government interests. Arts opportunities include music, theatre, dance and fine arts, with the International Arts Center and Davis Theatre among the campus resources. Troy also has a 78,000-square-foot recreational facility and free shuttles around the campus and community. International students receive support through the Center for International Programs and Office of International Student Services. Services include help with immigration regulations and paperwork, pre-arrival orientation, free airport pickup and assistance with housing. Troy's English as a Second Language program prepares non-native English speakers for academic study and offers instruction in U.S. culture. The university also provides scholarship opportunities based on academic achievement, talent in performing arts, athletics and leadership.

This program's tuition is 30% below the typical master's in the United States.

Median tuition for that cohort is24,260 USD, across 36,089 programs on Global Admissions.

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