早教MPA (4+1) – Bachelor's to Master's

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最靠谱的网赌软件 sets students on an accelerated path to success by offering an 早教MPA (4+1). This Bachelor's to Master's Program provides qualified ODU undergraduate students with the opportunity to earn a Master 公共行政学 (MPA) degree during their senior year.

Our MPA program is NASPAA accredited and fosters the leadership, 批判性思维, and communication skills necessary to effectively implement policies and programs in the public and non-profit sectors.

The 早教MPA (4+1) is a fast-tracked program designed for highly motivated students to continue their education immediately after their bachelor's degree. It is especially beneficial to individuals seeking work or advancement in the government or non-profit sectors.

After receiving their undergraduate degree, students will continue with the Master of Public 政府 program, taking courses until completing the required 39 credit hours for the degree. Students can choose to pursue a traditional MPA or concentrations in Multisector Public 服务 or Non-Profit Management and Governance. The MPA program also offers certificates in Public Procurement and 合同管理 and Public 政府 & 公共政策.

Students can complete the 早教MPA (4+1) in an intensive year of work. A potential course of study may include:

  • Up to 9 credit hours* in the final undergraduate year
  • 暑假1-3节课
  • 秋季有3-4门课程
  • and 3-4 courses in the Spring

The MPA program is flexible and will extend the expected completion time for a student if this proves difficult.

The Master of Public 政府 in the 公共服务学院 at 最靠谱的网赌软件 develops professionals trained to lead in diverse, multi-sector environments. Our graduates serve the Hampton Roads region, 状态, and nation in public administration and public service careers such as city managers, non-profit executive directors, community development directors, law enforcement administrators, 金融分析师, public relations managers, 人力资源经理, and social services administrators.

The 早教MPA (4+1) is suitable for students from any undergraduate major. A few of the traditional disciplines that feed naturally into Public 政府 careers are Political Science, 刑事司法, 社会学, 心理学, 经济学, 社会工作, 教育, 和公务员未成年人.

Students are not required to take the 研究生 Record Examination (GRE) for admission.

申请 早教MPA (4+1) 必须:

  • Be a current 最靠谱的网赌软件 undergraduate
  • Have completed all general education requirements by the end of their junior year
  • Possess a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher at the end of their junior year
  • Complete the ODU graduate application, including personal 状态ment, 教育/工作简历, and two letters of recommendation

Students should apply to the Master of Public 政府 program via 研究生招生 between their junior year and no later than the application deadline during the first semester of their senior year. Students should apply for the session right after completing the undergraduate degree (example: if graduating in the Spring, apply for the Summer session).

The ODU 研究生招生 办公室 will notify successful applicants of the MPA 入学 Committee decision within several weeks of the application submission.