Online MPA Curriculum
12 Total Courses | 36 Total Credits
When you join »¨¼¾´«Ã½'s online Master of Public Administration program, you will develop mastery of the concepts and capabilities required to lead nonprofits, public sector teams and state and local government operations. Throughout your experience, you will explore topics including public policy analysis, financial management in the public sector, strategic planning, ethical leadership and more. Choose ONE of three concentrations — Public Leadership and Management, Non-Profit Management, and State and Local Government Management — and specialize in the area that aligns with your career goals. Students may also choose to complete the 9-credit, 100% online Project Management Certificate in place of a concentration.
You can complete the 36-credit program 100% online in as few as two years.
Note: PM Certificate courses must be approved by the MPA director and PM program director.
Course Highlights:
- MPA 5140: Organizational Leadership
- MPA 5860: Public Budgeting
- MPA 6010: Research Methods in Leadership and Public Affairs
- MPA 6800: Strategic Leadership and Public Value
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Online Master of Public Administration Admission Requirements
No GRE/GMAT required | Transfer Up to 9 Credits
With a dynamic curriculum led by expert faculty, the online Master of Public Administration program can help you elevate your career to new heights as you develop the master's-level skills required to meet your community's needs in government, nonprofit leadership, public sector and emergency management roles. You can begin this next step in your journey by starting your online application now.
Spring 2026:
- Application Deadline: 12/08/25
- Classes Begin: 01/12/26
To apply to OHIO's online degree, you will need:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Official transcripts for all previously attended undergraduate and graduate institutions
- Three letters of recommendation
- A personal statement (2–4 pages) discussing your career goals, how the master's degree will help you achieve those goals, areas or competencies that you expect the program will help you strengthen and what you plan to contribute to the learning community
- Current resume detailing professional experience
- $50 application fee
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Invest in Your Public Administration Career
$30,096 Total Tuition | $836 Per Credit Hour | Scholarships Available
Earning your online Master of Public Administration degree offers long-term value by providing specialized capabilities required to successfully advance your leadership career. By investing in the skills critical to leadership in the public sector and more, you can access higher-level positions, increase your earning potential and continue a fulfilling professional journey.
| Cost per credit hour | $814 (Ohio resident) $836 (non-resident) |
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| Total credit hours | 36 |
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| Total estimated cost, minus fees | $29,304 (Ohio resident) $30,096 (non-resident) |
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| Additional fees | - Program Fee: $292
- Student Info Sys & Network Fee: $4
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| Other costs to budget for | The estimated tuition cost does not include factors like textbooks or other expenses. |
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Listed tuition is for estimating purposes only and is subject to change.
Financial Aid
OHIO is committed to offering affordable, competitive tuition and has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year as a best-value university by U.S. News and World Report. In addition, student veteran, active military members, alumni, and corporate partners are automatically eligible to receive a 15% OHIO Online Incentive Scholarship. Depending on your background, costs and credit hours will differ.
In addition, there are available to current students in the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.
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