Master of Public Administration
Where Purpose Meets Tenacity
Want to Make a Difference? Welcome to Hilbert.
At Hilbert College Global, our accelerated 16 month online Master of Public Administration (MPA) degrees were designed to be research-based, practical and student-centered so that you can find real-world success. With two concentration options—general MPA or MPA: Health Administration—you can choose the Public Administration program that fits your specific goals, whether you want to make an impact as a public leader or a health care administrator.
Our expert faculty members are active professionals in public administration, giving you the opportunity to learn from people on the cutting edge of enacting meaningful change. Plus, you’ll be welcomed into a tight-knit online community that truly cares about your goals, both personally and professionally.
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What You’ll Learn in the Master of Public Administration
We’ve designed our online public administration degree so that you won’t have to wait until graduation to use what you learn. You’ll participate in an ongoing integrated research project in replacement of a final semester thesis, allowing for a more thorough application of theory and research throughout your time at Hilbert. You’ll also benefit from in-depth public administration courses that cover key topics such as:
- Values and ethics in public administration
- Marketing, public relations and human resource management
- Program planning and evaluation
- Finance and budgeting
- Research methods
- Political and policy analysis
MPA: Health Administration topics:
- Health care culture and ethics
- Health care law and management
Master of Public Administration Careers
Earning your online Master of Public Administration degree from Hilbert College Global can open a variety of rewarding and in-demand career options. The paths our public administration program graduates can take include the following:
MPA
Political Scientist*
2021 Median Annual Salary: $122,510
Forensic Science Technician
Median Annual Salary: $61,930
Public Relations/Fundraising Manager*
2021 Median Annual Salary: $119,860
MPA: Health Administration
Health Insurance Director**
2021 Average Annual Salary: $120,503
Medical and Health Services Managers*
2021 Median Annual Salary: $101,340
Clinical Director**
2021 Average Annual Salary: $82,098
*Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
**Salary data from Payscale
MPA (36 Total Credits) ¶
- CC 500 Organizational Theory & Management (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- MPA 625 Introduction to Public Administration (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- MPA 640 Research Methods for MPA (3 credits ; 15 weeks)
- CC 510 Program Planning & Evaluation (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- CC 505 Introduction to Graduate Statistics (3 credits ; 15 weeks)
- MPA 643 Research Project / Independent Study (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- CC 599 Internship Experience (3 credits)*
- CC 520 Political Policy & Analysis (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- CC 515 Finance and Budgeting (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- MPA 631 Value and Ethics in Public Administration (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- MPA 627 Human Resource Management (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- MPA 637 Marketing & Public Relations (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- MPA 644 Capstone Seminar (3 credits ; 15 weeks)
MPA: Health Administration (36 Total Credits) ¶
- CC 500 Organizational Theory & Management (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- MPA 630 Health Care Management (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- MPA 640 Research Methods (3 credits ; 15 weeks)
- CC 510 Program Planning & Evaluation (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- CC 505 Introduction to Graduate Statistics (3 credits ; 15 weeks)
- MPA 643 Research Project / Independent Study (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- CC 599 Internship Experience (3 credits)*
- MPA 642 Health Care Law & Ethics (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- CC 515 Finance and Budgeting (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- MPA 636 Culture of Healthcare (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- MPA 627 Human Resource Management (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- MPA 637 Marketing & Public Relations (3 credits ; 8 weeks)
- MPA 644 Capstone Seminar (3 credits ; 15 weeks)
Meet the faculty
Mary Diani Puli, PhD
Adjunct Faculty
Financing Your Public Administration Degree
$790 per credit
36 credits
Finish in as few as 16 months
At Hilbert College Global, we’re proud to offer top-tier graduate degrees in an online setting at a competitive price. For a full-time student, the total cost of tuition will be $28,440. In addition to tuition, you will be responsible for the following fees:
- Course Resource Fee: $351 per course
- Registration Fee: $50 per semester
- Orientation Fee: $220 (one-time charge)
- Graduation Fee: $300 (one-time charge, assessed in the last semester)
- International Student Fee: $1,050 per semester
Inclusive Community
Our cultural foundation in inclusivity and support creates a welcoming learning community that guides students to become servant leaders.
High ROI
Hilbert was ranked in the top 25% in the nation for return on investment by Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce.
Attentive Faculty
Thanks to a 12:1 student-to-instructor ratio, you’ll develop strong relationships with our industry-leading faculty members, who are committed to your success.
Real-World Curriculum
You’ll gain knowledge in key areas such as finance, accounting, supply chain and human resources, making you a valuable contributor to organizations across industries.
Togetherness
With our cohort model, you’ll share courses and experiences with the same group of classmates — start together, finish together.
Meaningful Courses
Public administration courses in diversity and ethics help you to stand out to potential employers who are prioritizing DEI initiatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Get Your Public Administration Degree While You Work
Online coursework, affordable tuition and accelerated degree programs allow you to balance your personal and professional life while earning your public administration degree.
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Application Requirements
Submit the following to apply:
- Hilbert College’s free online graduate application
- Official copies of your transcripts from your past institutions
- Updated resume
- Statement of purpose
- There’s no GRE or MAT requirement, but you may submit your scores if you completed them for extra consideration
- While we don’t have a GPA requirement, we encourage students who have a GPA lower than 3.0 to submit two academic letters of recommendation
Statement of Purpose
- Two-page minimum
- Detail the reason you’re applying to Hilbert College
- Include personal and professional experiences
- Discuss your goals and how the Hilbert College program fits into those plans
- Describe any other important information about yourself that would contribute to your personal character
All application materials should be forwarded to the Center for Graduate and Online Studies Office via mail, or email graduatestudies@hilbert.edu.
Do you have previous graduate credits? You may be eligible to transfer up to six graduate credit hours with grades of B or better into a Hilbert program at the discretion of the program chair. Credits must be from an accredited institution in graduate courses appropriate to the program being pursued.
About Hilbert College Global
Hilbert College is an independent institution of higher learning that embraces its Franciscan heritage and values. Students from diverse backgrounds learn through liberal arts and professional programs to become informed citizens committed to serving and strengthening their communities.
