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Online Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration

Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) gears the online Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Public Administration toward busy working adults already pursuing a government or nonprofit career who aspire to a management or leadership role. The program is designed for students who have already completed some college-level courses and can be completed in just 21 months.

Ideal for individuals who have worked in public environment or first responder positions, the 100% online bachelor’s degree program encourages holistic personal development through an engaging, flexible curriculum that blends an ethical foundation with MVNU’s biblical worldview and expands upon the financial, political, and sociological sides of public policy.

Part of MVNU’s award-winning Graduate and Professional Studies (GPS) program, the Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration integrates all elements that go into crafting public policy: cognitive, social, and interpersonal skills; values and ethics analysis; and spiritual and physical development. This all-encompassing approach strives to produce informed, knowledgeable, and well-rounded leaders who are ready to plan projects, help organizations achieve their goals, and exercise integrity while exceeding expectations in government and nonprofit sectors.

CLASSES START EVERY MONTH THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

Program Details

EST. PROGRAM LENGTH:21 months*

COURSE LENGTH:5 WEEKS

COST PER CREDIT HOUR:$398

CREDIT HOURS:40

TRANSFER CREDITS:All but 30**

*Based on students beginning the program with 56 transferable credit hours and only needing the program-specific classes. Time to completion varies based on individual student circumstances and previous college experience.

**30 credit hours of the program must be completed at MVNU. Other restrictions apply. Please contact our Enrollment Team for additional information.

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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION DEGREE CURRICULUM

Students interested in earning a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration must complete a minimum of

120

credit hours of general education, all requirements for the major, and 39 upper division credit hours. Many courses fulfill more than one requirement so most majors can be completed within the 120 credit hour minimum.

Students may be able fulfill their general education or elective class requirements by transferring previously earned undergraduate credits or applying Prior Learning credits gained through job or military training. In these cases, students may be able to complete this online degree in public administration in as few as 21 months.

Public Administration Curriculum	Credit Hours
Student Success Strategies	1
Spreadsheets for Leaders	3
Management and Leadership Techniques	3
Fundamentals of Accounting	3
Macroeconomics	3
Organizational Behavior	3
Leadership	3
Ethics and Law	3
Managing Human Resources	3
Applied Leadership Project	3
Introduction to Public Administration	3
Public Service in Communities	3
Political Theory and Practice	3
Public Policy	3
Total BA Core Hours	40

Students must earn a cumulative minimum GPA of 2.5 for all BA Core coursework. For all course grades below a “C-,” a student must repeat the subject until receiving a “C-” or better.

Public Administration students also have the option to complete a specialization from the Bachelor of Business Administration program, including in Finance, Human Resource Management, Marketing, or Management or to earn dual graduate credit by taking a limited number of graduate-level courses.

CAREERS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Have you ever thought about who comes up with public policies and how the process works? Public Administration professionals, including policy advisors, budget analysts, city managers, city planners, project managers, community service managers, and association executives, design and implement these features at local, state, and federal levels, or in nonprofit or public organizations.

Day-to-day responsibilities typically involve a mix of organizational, governance, human resources, finance, administrative, sociology, political theory, public relations, research, and marketing responsibilities. Management-level public administration professionals often work with top-ranking officials to propose, question, and analyze policies before they go into effect with the goal of improving public services and social programs.

Based on figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in the field of Public Administration is expected to grow steadily through 2028: 11% growth for Urban and Regional Planners, 5% for Political Scientists, and 4% for Budget Analysts.

FINANCIAL AID & PROGRAM COSTS

BA IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION TUITION

Cost Per Credit	Credit Hours Required	Total Tuition
$398*	40	$15,787

Please note that tuition does not include the cost of textbooks. Payment is due no later than the first night of each course.

TUITION GUARANTEE

MVNU strives to keep costs consistent and affordable, and through our tuition guarantee, the cost of course-by-course tuition is locked in and won’t increase, provided you are continuously enrolled and making satisfactory academic progress.

FINANCIAL AID

MVNU offers a variety of financial aid solutions, including loans, grants, and employer tuition reimbursement. To take advantage of the full scope of options, students are encouraged to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form after submitting their application. Explore all of the financing options for undergraduate students.

IS ONLINE COLLEGE RIGHT FOR YOU?

Online education puts personal and professional goals within reach, and online learners find the flexibility needed to complete or continue their education with financial aid support to make degrees more affordable. Learn how online degree programs can take your career to the next level with The Ultimate Online College Guide.

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MVNU’s BA in Public Administration provides you with the tools and insights to shape social change—and it’s entirely online. To take this next step in your career, fill out a request for information form or get started on your online application.

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