Program Overview

MPA Program

The MPA Program is a graduate program offered by the BYU Marriott School of Business.

About the MPA Program

The MPA Program provides students with a comprehensive education in public administration, preparing them for careers in government, non-profit, and private sectors.

Full-Time MPA

• Program Overview: The Full-Time MPA is a two-year program designed for students who want to pursue a career in public administration.
• Curriculum: The curriculum includes a combination of core courses and electives that provide students with a broad understanding of public administration.
• Experiential Learning: Students participate in experiential learning activities, such as internships and consulting projects, to gain practical experience.
• Our Students: The program attracts students from diverse backgrounds and industries.
  • Class Profile: The class profile includes information on the number of applicants, admitted students, enrolled students, and yield rate.
    • Entry Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018
    • Number of Applicants | 40 | 37 | 49 | 51 | 48
    • Number Admitted | 32 | 32 | 42 | 41 | 41
    • Number That Declined Offer | 2 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 6
    • Number Enrolled | 30 | 26 | 41 | 37 | 35
    • Number Denied | 7 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 5
    • Yield Rate (number enrolled
      umber admitted) | 95% | 81% | 98% | 90% | 85%
    • Average GPA | 3.36 | 3.27 | 3.33 | 3.39 | 3.24
    • Average Age | 39 | 40 | 36 | 41 | 37
    • Female | 63% | 62% | 68% | 62% | 43%
    • Male | 37% | 38% | 32% | 38% | 57%
    • US Minorities (underrepresented) | 18% | 12% | 10% | 8% | 17%
    • Black | 2% | 8% | 2% | 3% | 0%
    • Hispanic | 5% | 0% | 0% | 3% | 9%
    • American Indian/Alaska Native | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0%
    • Pacific Islander/Hawaiian | 6% | 4% | 7% | 3% | 9%
    • White | 82% | 77% | 90% | 89% | 83%
    • Asian | 1% | 4% | 0% | 3% | 0%
    • Undergraduate Universities Represented (including BYU) | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9
    • Expected Graduation Year | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021
    • Percent Graduated Within 2 Years | 11% | | | |
    • Percent Graduated Within 3 Years | 71% | | | |
    • Percent Graduated Within 4 Years | 4% | | | |
    • Percent of Students Graduating and Persisting to Graduation | 3% | | | |
    • Number That Did Not Graduate | 9% | | | |
• Career Path: The program prepares students for careers in public administration, with many graduates going on to work in government, non-profit, and private sectors.
  • Internship Profile: Students participate in internships to gain practical experience in public administration.
  • Career Profile: The program has a strong track record of placing graduates in top careers in public administration.

Executive MPA

• Program Overview: The Executive MPA is a program designed for working professionals who want to advance their careers in public administration.
• Curriculum: The curriculum includes a combination of core courses and electives that provide students with a broad understanding of public administration.
• Our Students: The program attracts students from diverse backgrounds and industries.
  • Class Profile: The class profile includes information on the number of applicants, admitted students, enrolled students, and yield rate.

Admissions & Aid

• Admissions: The admissions process includes a review of applications, transcripts, and test scores.
  • At A Glance: The program offers a comprehensive overview of the admissions process.
  • Application Info: The program provides information on the application process, including deadlines and requirements.
  • Transfer & International Students: The program offers information on transfer and international student admissions.
  • Student Handbook: The program provides a student handbook that outlines policies and procedures.
• Get Started: The program offers information on how to get started, including requesting information and attending recruiting events.
• Tuition Costs: The program provides information on tuition costs, including financial aid and scholarships.
  • Full-Time MPA Aid: The program offers financial aid and scholarships to full-time students.
  • Executive MPA Aid: The program offers financial aid and scholarships to executive students.

Alumni & Friends

• Stay Connected: The program offers alumni and friends the opportunity to stay connected through events and networking.
• MPA Alumni Snapshots: The program provides snapshots of alumni achievements and successes.
• Alumni Directory: The program offers an alumni directory that allows alumni to connect with each other.
• Advisory Boards: The program has advisory boards that provide guidance and support.
• Annual Awards: The program offers annual awards to recognize alumni achievements and contributions.
• Alumni Publications: The program publishes alumni news and updates.
• Giving Back: The program offers opportunities for alumni to give back through donations and volunteering.