MPPA: Master in Public Policy & Administration
Do you want to make a positive impact in the world, contribute to the common good, and help people rise to their best?
The Master of Public Policy & Administration degree is ideal for self-motivated and determined students who strive to make a difference and lead through service. With a strong emphasis on ethics in public service, graduates from the MPPA program at UST will master today’s challenges of policy making and public administration. Students will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively work with policies that make a real difference in their community and the world.
The MPPA program may be completed within one year and is offered 100% online with highly flexible scheduling and optional in-person classes available.
Intakes
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- May
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Welcome to University of St. Thomas Human Resources. UST prides itself on its tight-knit community of experienced and skilled administrators, faculty and staff, all supporting the University’s vision to become one of the great Catholic universities in America.
The University is an exciting and enriching place to work that offers competitive salaries and benefits. Some of our benefits include:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance, long term disability, short term disability
Section 125 Flexible Medical Spending Account and Section 125 Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Free and discounted tuition for employees and families
403(b) pre-tax retirement plans
Paid sick time, vacation, etc. and summer hours
Free use of library and gym
Employee discounts from local and national vendors
PSW Opportunity
3 years PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Please submit the following:
Online application for admission
Official transcripts from all institutions attended
Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS)
TOEFL (minimum 79), IELTS (minimum 6.5), ELS (level 112) or English Comp
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
34890 USD
Annual Cost of Living: 14000 USD
Application Fee: N/A
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