Program Overview
This accelerated five-year program combines a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a Master of Public Administration. Students complete undergraduate studies in three years, followed by two years of graduate coursework. The program includes two internships, providing substantial field experience in public administration. Upon completion, graduates are prepared for careers in the public sector.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The combined Bachelor of Arts and Master of Public Administration in Political Science program is an accelerated five-year program in which exceptional students will earn undergraduate and graduate degrees. Students will spend their first three years engaged in undergraduate studies and their final two completing the graduate program. The total number of credits needed for the program will be 150. Students will complete their General Education requirements at the undergraduate level, a minor, and an abbreviated version of the Political Science Major. Starting their fourth year, students will complete all 40-46 hours of the M.P.A. program, and some credits will double count toward the undergraduate B.A. degree.
Outline:
The curriculum requires two internships, one as part of the undergraduate major and the second in the MPA portion.