Master of Public Administration
Florida State University

Program Details

Prepare for a successful career in government or nonprofit organizations with a Master of Public Administration degree online. This graduate degree program can benefit students at all stages of their career, from those who have just completed their undergraduate degree to adult professionals who want to improve their skills and advancement opportunities.

A wide variety of electives allows you to choose from the university’s offerings in whatever combination best suits your career needs and aspirations. Core coursework ensures that you graduate with skills in policy development and administration, public financial management, and human resource management. Students with less than a year of full-time professional experience will also complete an internship opportunity.

Students can create their own career tracks in areas such as:

  • Local government management
  • Financial management
  • Evidence-based governance
  • Emergency management
  • Nonprofit management
  • Leadership and strategic management

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Florida State University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

GMAT, GRE, Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Official College Transcript(s)

Additional Info

  • GMAT/GRE waivers for eligible applicants