Online Master of Public Affairs

2.5 - 4 years
30 credits

10 courses

University of Michigan’s top-ranked Ford School of Public Policy is now offering a graduate degree program specifically created for distance learners. This Online Master of Public Affairs (MPA) is designed to help you confidently sharpen leadership and analytical skills, build new capabilities to speak the language of policymaking, expand your professional network—and ultimately increase your impact on the communities you care about.

Skills You'll Gain

Policy analysis and evaluation: Develop skills to design and evaluate effective policies
Policy communication and engagement: Strengthen your skills in conveying policy ideas and engaging diverse audiences
Financial management: Gain expertise in budgeting and strategic resource allocation

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Tuition and Fees

For students following the recommended course schedule and planned tuition rates, the estimated total program cost is approximately $45,860 for Michigan residents and $55,610 for non-Michigan residents. This translates to an average cost of about $1,529 per credit hour for Michigan residents and $1,854 for non-Michigan residents. International students may have an additional $500 per term fee. All tuition rates and mandatory fees are subject to approval by the Board of Regents and may change.

FAQs

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Distance Education Disclosure

Current and prospective online students are advised to review the notices provided on our Distance Education Disclosures page. This page contains institutional policies and federally required disclosures that impact online students, including information about the state authorization and professional licensure status of the university's online programs, unique complaint procedures available to out-of-state online students, and important notices for international students.