$14,670 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Public Administration [M.P.A]
- Dalhousie University offers a Master of Public Administration for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on a full-time basis.
- This degree is specifically designed for highly motivated and dedicated individuals interested in pursuing a career in the service of the public sectors.
- The School of Public Administration offers several innovative combined degrees that allow students to explore intersecting fields of study, including:
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- Information management (MPA/MI)
- Law (MPA/JD)
- Graduate Diploma in Public Administration (GDPA)
- The combined degrees allow students to complete two degrees in less time, and to build a unique set of skills.
- This program has a part-time program that can be completed in a maximum of 6 years.
- Students will need a total of 54 credit hours i.e. 30 credit hours for core courses and 24 credit hours for electives course plus 2 PD courses (0 credit hours) for completion of the Master of Public Administration program.
- The MPA program is accredited by the Canadian Association of Programs in Public Administration (CAPPA).
- Almost 80% of students had found meaningful, full-time employment within 2 months of their graduation.
- University provides the facilities that 100% of the students were able to find an internship as part of this program.
- During the inter-session between the 2 years of study, students have the opportunity to be employed in the public sector.
- The average salary goes up to 48,000 USD after completion of the program.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $12645 | $12645 |
| Books and supply | $2025 | $2025 |
| Total Fees | $14670 | $14670 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 92 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7 | 9 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 300 | 340 | 2 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 65 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students should have completed a 4-year bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
- A minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.33 (B grade) in the last 60 credit hours of study is required to be eligible for the program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a 3-year undergraduate degree from an accredited institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.