Program Overview

Public Administration, MPA

The Masters of Public Administration Program at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi encourages students to pursue a career in public administration. The program focuses on the application of public administration theory and concepts in real-world situations, with three tracks:

• Public Management
• Public Safety
• Healthcare Administration
• Non-profit Management

Program Details

The MPA program is designed to meet the needs of full-time employees wishing to earn their degree through part-time study. Students in the program will take a core of seven courses to increase their understanding of administrative theory, policy making, data analysis, public budgeting and finance, and human resource management.

Application Deadlines

• Domestic Students:
  • Final deadline for receipt of complete applications:
    • Fall: August 13
    • Spring: January 7
    • Summer I: Not Offered
    • Summer II: Not Offered
  • Priority deadline to receive complete applications:
    • Fall: April 1
    • Spring: November 1
    • Summer I: Not Offered
    • Summer II: Not Offered
• International Students:
  • Final deadline for receipt of complete applications:
    • Fall: May 1
    • Spring: NA
    • Summer I: NA
    • Summer II: NA
  • Priority deadline to receive complete applications:
    • Fall: April 1
    • Spring: NA
    • Summer I: NA
    • Summer II: NA

Application Requirements

• Complete Application for Admission:
  • Apply for Admission via Apply Texas Application
  • An applicant may defer admission to an earlier/later semester. Applications are valid for one year. One deferral is allowed per application.
• Application Fee:
  • $50 for US citizens, $70 for International Students
• Requirements:
  • Automatic Admission for TAMU-CC students/alumni with at least a 3.5 GPA (no required letters of recommendation, essay, or resume)
  • For all domestic applicants with at least a 3.0 GPA, streamlined admissions requirements with 1-2 letters of recommendation, essay, and resume being optional for those students.
  • Transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work undertaken from regionally accredited universities.
  • Two letters of evaluation from individuals such as professors and employers attesting to the applicant's potential for success in a graduate program of study.
  • A 300-500 word essay describing work experience, educational goals, professional goals, languages spoken, and any other material that would be relevant.
  • A full resume.
• Additional International Applicant Requirements:
  • Copy of current Visa (if applicable)
  • English Language Proficiency:
    • Official TOEFL score minimum paper-based score of 550 or internet-based score of 79-80
    • Official IELTS score minimum 6.5

Additional Information

Graduate Handbook available for further details on the program.