GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

What is Public Administration: Building Ethical Leaders to Ignite Change
The Villanova graduate Public Administration programs are designed to prepare our students for successful careers in local/city, state and federal government, the nonprofit sector, as well as in the private sector.

The Villanova graduate degree programs in Public Administration are fully accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs and Administration (NASPAA). Students may pursue a graduate certificate in conjunction with a Master of Public Administration (MPA) or as a standalone option.

Take Classes on Campus or Online!

Convenient as it is affordable, our programs offer both on-campus and online options. At Villanova, we value learning together, that's why even our online courses are synchronous, meaning you will meet live virtually each week with your instructor and classmates. Through our programs, you will build authentic networks that will support you throughout your career.

EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMS

MPA

The Villlanova Master of Public Administration Program

JD/MPA

Join program between the Law School and the MPA program

CERTIFICATES

Nonprofit Management, City Government and Public Administration

COMBINED

Current Villanova undergrads can get a jumpstart on the MPA degree.

Join Us for a Virtual Information Session

Event

Date

Time

Registration Link

Public Administration (MPA)

May 14, 2025

12 p.m. ET

Public Administration (MPA)

June 18, 2025

12 p.m. ET

The Villanova MPA: Building Ethical Leaders to Ignite Change

Important Notices for Distance Education Students

The following includes important information for students participating in online courses, online programs and/or on-ground clinicals or practicums while physically located outside of Pennsylvania.

Read the Notices for Distance Education Students

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The Leaders' Lounge

Check out the MPA program's Leaders' Lounge blog for student, alumni and faculty profiles, events and resources and links to the program newsletter and social media.

ADMISSIONS
DEADLINES

MARCH 1: For admission with funding consideration for the FALL

AUGUST 1: For admission without funding for the FALL

DECEMBER 1: For admission without funding for the SPRING

APRIL 15: For admission without funding for the SUMMER

NOTE: On-campus classes are 16-week terms. Online classes are 8-week terms. Funded students must be able to complete assistantship requirements on campus.

Please contact Dr. Lauren Miltenberger with questions related to admissions.

Begin your application.