Master of Public Administration (MPA)

For Master of Public Administration (MPA), tuition comes to 10,003 USD per year, while admissions are rolling.

Hamline’s hybrid Master of Public Administration program offers a theory-to-practice approach, preparing students to lead in public sector agencies. Students work with experienced instructors on challenging public issues and can immediately apply learning to their communities. The program has been an innovator in public administration education for over 40 years.

The program requires completion of 10 courses totaling 40 credits, distributed across five terms, with six courses in the first year and four in the second.

Graduates are prepared to provide leadership in public sector agencies and positively affect people's lives.

Applicants must submit an online application, a personal statement up to three pages, a resume, and official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate work. Two recommendation forms are also required. International applicants must meet additional requirements, and transcript evaluation may be required.

The programme totals about 40 credit hours. This is a hybrid program with online and in-person courses, offered synchronously or asynchronously online, with on-campus sessions. It can be completed in 20 months. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 90% of applicants.

Hamline University in Saint Paul, Minnesota, combines a long history (founded in 1854) with a student-centered liberal arts approach that suits international students seeking a personalized U.S. experience. With roughly 3,100 students and about 95 programs across undergraduate and graduate study, Hamline emphasizes small classes, close faculty mentorship and an inclusive campus community. International learners benefit from dedicated advising, orientation services and campus groups that ease cultural adjustment and support academic goals.

Academics at Hamline focus on experiential learning and professional preparation. Programs integrate internships, field placements, community-based projects and studio work so students graduate with practical skills and real-world experience. Faculty are active mentors who encourage critical thinking, interdisciplinary study and social responsibility; popular areas include education, business, health sciences and the arts. Opportunities for research, service learning and leadership help students build resumes and relationships with local employers.

Campus life blends civic engagement, cultural events and access to the Twin Cities’ broader career network. Housing, career services, study abroad and counseling offices provide practical support for study planning, visa concerns and job searches. For international applicants seeking a close-knit campus with strong mentorship, hands-on learning and clear pathways to internships or graduate study, Hamline offers a welcoming environment and ample opportunities to grow academically and professionally.