Master of Public Administration - MPA, Eligibility, Syllabus, Courses, Program, Albany State University,Georgia

MPA Programe provide quality education that trains people to work in government and nonprofit management at the community, state and federal levels.

The program also conducts research and renders technical assistance to community groups and agencies as a means of providing a vital link between the institution, the program and the community.

Admission Requirements:-

An applicant for the Master of Public Administration degree must meet the requirements for admission to the Albany State University Graduate School. Listed below are those requirements:

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
2. A minimum 3.0 cumulative grade-point average (on a 4.0 point scale) for course work completed at the undergraduate level is required for regular admission. A cumulative grade-point average of 2.5 is required for provisional admission.
3. A satisfactory score on either the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT). For regular admission, a combined score of 800 on the verbal and quantitative sections of the GRE, a score of 44 on the MAT or 450 on the GMAT is required. For provisional admission, combined score of 700 on the verbal and quantitative sections of the GRE, 27 on the MAT or 360 on the GMAT is required.
4. Two official transcripts sent from all colleges and universities attended.
5. Two current letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the applicant’s ability to successfully complete the graduate program.
6. Submission of a completed graduate admissions application with a $20 processing fee.
7. International students must take the TOEFL and meet other criteria established by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. All documents, including test scores, must be received in the Graduate Admissions Office at least 45 days prior to the desired semester of enrollment. Prospective applicants should contact the graduate recruitment and admissions officer in the Graduate School for more information.

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Albany State University was established in 1903 as the Albany Bible and Manual Training Institution by Joseph Winthrop Holley. Albany State University offers undergraduate degrees in more than 30 majors and excellent graduate degree programs in business, public administration, education, nursing and criminal justice.

The primary mission of Albany State University is to educate students to become outstanding contributors to society. Offering Bachelor’s, Master’s and Education Specialist degrees and a variety of non-degree educational programs, the University emphasizes the liberal arts as the foundation for all learning by exposing students to the humanities, fine arts, social sciences and the sciences. Global learning is fostered through a broad-based curriculum, diverse University activities and the expanding use of technology

Individuals seeking admission to Albany State University Graduate programs must have # Graduate Record Examination (GRE), Miller Analogies Test (MAT) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) Scores, Two current letters of reference.

Albany State University is an integral part of the system of higher education maintained by the State of Georgia. The University is one of 35 institutions of higher learning governed by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia.

Albany State University recruits, admits and provides services, financial aid and instruction to all students without regard to racial identification, religion, gender, disability or national origin. The University is also an equal opportunity and equal rights employer in that all applicants for faculty, staff and student employment positions are considered without regard to racial identification, religion, gender, disability or national origin. Albany State University has always opened its doors to all applicants and continues to value diversity in its student body, faculty, staff and administration. It actively recruits to ensure a broad representation of students and faculty and promotes a campus culture that respects and appreciates the individuality of every student, faculty member, staff person and administrator.