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Master of Public Administration (MPA)
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rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7); color: black; } </style><div class='intro container'><span id="d.en.200904"></span><!-- do nothing --><h1 class='main-heading-center main-heading-blue'>Advance Your Career with SVSU's Master of Public Administration (MPA) Degree</h1><p class="gradP">Saginaw Valley State University offers the region's most flexible online MPA degree at the lowest tuition rates in Michigan.</p></div><style> .intro h1{ font-weight:bold; } .main-heading-left{ text-align:left; } .main-heading-right{ text-align:right; } .main-heading-center{ text-align:center; } .main-heading-black{ color:black; } .main-heading-red{ color:#cd001a; } .main-heading-blue{ color:#00263e; } .main-heading-desktop { text-align: center; } .main-heading-mobile { max-width: 100%; height: auto; text-align:center;} </style><style> .spacing-267987.spacing-padding { margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 25px; } .spacing-267987.spacing-padding { margin-top: 25px; margin-bottom: 25px; } .spacing-267987.spacing-dashed { 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you navigate your path to earning your graduate degree. If you have any questions regarding specific programs or application requirements use one of the links below or feel free to text me at (989) 461-2050.</p> </div> <div class="gradApply"> <div style="margin: 10px 0 40px 0;"><a href="https://www.svsu.edu/application/">Apply Now</a></div> <div style="margin: 10px 0 40px 0;"><a href="https://apply.svsu.edu/portal/scheduler_grad" class="gradAsk">Meet With Tanika</a></div> <div style="margin: 10px 0 10px 0;"><a href="https://apply.svsu.edu/register/?id=256e1e78-a71c-404a-aebb-38db3a2eddf0&sys:field:inq_stu_type=b8a2e954-c0c4-4a94-aa09-c16198b41294&sys:field:inq_program_gr=e021b944-dc38-453f-97e7-96fb025990e9 " class="gradTalk">Request Information</a></div> </div> </div> </section><span class="hr_fade"></span> <style> .hr_fade { display: block; border: none; color: white; height: 1px; background: linear-gradient(to right, rgba(255,255,255,0) 0%,rgba(19,19,19,1) 45%,rgba(255,255,255,0) 100%); margin-left: 5%; margin-right: 5%; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 20px; } </style><div style="padding-top:10px;"></div> <style> #main_table { font-size: 1.1 vmin; font-family: "Tahoma"; border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; } #main_table td, #main_table th { border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px; } #main_table tr:nth-child(even){background-color: #ebebef;} #main_table tr:nth-child(odd){background-color: #fff;} #main_table tr:hover {background-color: #f6b330;} #main_table th { padding-top: 12px; padding-bottom: 12px; text-align: left; background-color: #005698; color: white; } </style> <section class="container"> <span id="d.en.201354"></span> <h2 class="gradH2">Choose Your Path</h2> <p class="gradP">SVSU has two different paths for applicants to earn an MPA from SVSU. Select the <strong>Public Administration Track</strong> or the <strong>University and College Student Affairs Administrative Track</strong>. </p> </section> <div class="container"> <div class="expanding" style=" margin-bottom: 2px; border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; -webkit-border-radius: 4px; -moz-border-radius: 4px; border-radius: 4px; "> <a class="expanding-toggle" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#205425" style=" border-bottom: 0; font-weight: bolder; background-color: #eee; color: #005698; display: block; padding: 5px 10px; "> <span class="fa fa-plus"></span>What is a MPA degree? </a> <div id="205425" class="expanding-content collapse" style="height: 0; padding: 0px 10px;visibility: hidden;"> <p>The Master of Public Administration (MPA) is a leadership-based degree for those who are interested in becoming a leader within their organization or chosen career field. These positions include supervisors, team leaders, managers, directors, and executives.</p> </div> </div> </div><div class="container"> <div class="expanding" style=" margin-bottom: 2px; border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; -webkit-border-radius: 4px; -moz-border-radius: 4px; border-radius: 4px; "> <a class="expanding-toggle" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#205426" style=" border-bottom: 0; font-weight: bolder; background-color: #eee; color: #005698; display: block; padding: 5px 10px; "> <span class="fa fa-plus"></span>What type of employment/jobs does a MPA degree apply to? </a> <div id="205426" class="expanding-content collapse" style="height: 0; padding: 0px 10px;visibility: hidden;"> <p>The SVSU MPA degree serves those who work (and lead) in the public, governmental, criminal justice, higher education, non-profit, and not-for-profit employment sectors. The courses in the program focus on the knowledge and skills needed to succeed as an organizational leader in these employment areas.</p> </div> </div> </div><div class="container"> <div class="expanding" style=" margin-bottom: 2px; border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; -webkit-border-radius: 4px; -moz-border-radius: 4px; border-radius: 4px; "> <a class="expanding-toggle" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#205427" style=" border-bottom: 0; font-weight: bolder; background-color: #eee; color: #005698; display: block; padding: 5px 10px; "> <span class="fa fa-plus"></span>Is the MPA University and College Student Affairs Administrative track right for me? </a> <div id="205427" class="expanding-content collapse" style="height: 0; padding: 0px 10px;visibility: hidden;"> <p>If you are seeking a leadership position and career at a college or university (in a non-academic/teaching position) then this track is designed for you! You receive all the leadership courses in the MPA program, but you also get specialized classes for college and university administration, enrollment management, and student development.</p> </div> </div> </div><div class="container"> <div class="expanding" style=" margin-bottom: 2px; border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; -webkit-border-radius: 4px; -moz-border-radius: 4px; border-radius: 4px; "> <a class="expanding-toggle" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#205428" style=" border-bottom: 0; font-weight: bolder; background-color: #eee; color: #005698; display: block; padding: 5px 10px; "> <span class="fa fa-plus"></span>May I use the degree to enter a doctoral program? </a> <div id="205428" class="expanding-content collapse" style="height: 0; padding: 0px 10px;visibility: hidden;"> <p>Yes, you can! In addition, to the required program courses, students who wish to continue their education and earn a Ph.D. or Ed.D. are strongly encouraged to take two capstone-related classes to enhance their doctoral applications.</p> </div> </div> </div><div class="container"> <div class="expanding" style=" margin-bottom: 2px; border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; -webkit-border-radius: 4px; -moz-border-radius: 4px; border-radius: 4px; "> <a class="expanding-toggle" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#205429" style=" border-bottom: 0; font-weight: bolder; background-color: #eee; color: #005698; display: block; padding: 5px 10px; "> <span class="fa fa-plus"></span>Is this an online program? </a> <div id="205429" class="expanding-content collapse" style="height: 0; padding: 0px 10px;visibility: hidden;"> <p>Yes! This is a totally online program. The online format is perfect for those with diverse and busy lives. You will receive a quality education (taught by highly qualified full-time SVSU faculty members) that will prepare you for your future. There are no classes or meetings on campus. In addition, many classes are offered in an asynchronous format. This means that the assignment will open on a specific day and time and due the next week (in most cases) on the same day and time.</p> </div> </div> </div><div class="container"> <div class="expanding" style=" margin-bottom: 2px; border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; -webkit-border-radius: 4px; -moz-border-radius: 4px; border-radius: 4px; "> <a class="expanding-toggle" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#205430" style=" border-bottom: 0; font-weight: bolder; background-color: #eee; color: #005698; display: block; padding: 5px 10px; "> <span class="fa fa-plus"></span>When can I start classes? </a> <div id="205430" class="expanding-content collapse" style="height: 0; padding: 0px 10px;visibility: hidden;"> <p>The SVSU MPA program has an open and year-round admission format. When you are admitted into the program, you may start classes in the fall, winter, or spring semesters. It is your decision!</p> </div> </div> </div><div class="container"> <div class="expanding" style=" margin-bottom: 2px; border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; -webkit-border-radius: 4px; -moz-border-radius: 4px; border-radius: 4px; "> <a class="expanding-toggle" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#205431" style=" border-bottom: 0; font-weight: bolder; background-color: #eee; color: #005698; display: block; padding: 5px 10px; "> <span class="fa fa-plus"></span>How long does it take to complete the degree? </a> <div id="205431" class="expanding-content collapse" style="height: 0; padding: 0px 10px;visibility: hidden;"> <p>The SVSU MPA program is a 36-credit program that can be completed as soon as 24 months (for full-time students), including those in the College and University Student Affairs Administration track. Students may also take classes on a part-time basis if that is easier for their personal schedules. All students have up to seven years to complete the program.</p> </div> </div> </div><div style="padding-top:41px;"></div> <section class="container"> <div class="col-sm-12"> <span id="d.en.200919"></span> </div> <div class="span6 col-xs-12 col-lg-6"> <h2 class="gradH2">Leading the Way</h2> <p class="gradP">We’re looking for the doers. The leaders. The achievers. Advance your career and create a better, more welcoming workplace environment in just under two years with a Master’s in Public Administration from SVSU. Customizable and hands-on, our HLC-endorsed MPA program is the most affordable in the state, preparing you for leadership positions in a variety of public service organizations—from government to non-profits, and more.</p> <p class="gradP"><img src="/media/graduateprograms/mapublicadministration/NASPAA-Logo.png" alt="NASPAA Logo" style=" " /></p> <p class="gradP"> </p> <p> </p> </div> <div class="span6 col-xs-12 col-lg-6"> <p><img src="/media/graduateprograms/mapublicadministration/mpa_pic1.jpg" alt="MPA graduate working in office with another person" style=" " /></p> </div> </section><div class="container"> <section class="row"> <div class="col-lg-12"> <span id="d.en.200914"></span> </div> <div class="col-lg-4"> <p><img src="/media/graduateprograms/masterofbusinessadministration/MBA_Admissions_Icon.jpg" alt="graphic of hand and form" style=" " /></p> <h3 class="gradH3">Accessible Admission</h3> <p class="gradP">Highly ranked and endorsed by the Higher Learning Commission, SVSU's MA program accepts students of all ages with varying levels of experience. A detailed list of requirements makes applying straightforward<br>and simple.</p> <div class="gradButton"><a href="/mpa/admissionrequirements/">See Requirements</a></div> </div> <div class="col-lg-4"> <p><img src="/media/graduateprograms/masterofbusinessadministration/MBA_Designed_Icon.jpg" alt="graphic of student at desk" style=" " /></p> <h3 class="gradH3">Designed Around You</h3> <p class="gradP">Fully online with full-time or part-time options available, our versatile, hands-on curriculum is designed to give you diverse networking opportunities, and real-world experience. 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