Tawanna Jefferson
B.S. Homeland Security
It has been challenging yet rewarding at the same time.
Overview
Columbia Southern University’s online Master of Public Administration focuses on developing knowledge necessary to help graduates resolve societal and organizational dilemmas, including those related to ethics, policy and more. The MPA program prepares graduates for careers in public, non-profit and private organizations in which they can develop, implement and manage public programs and policies.
Multiple factors, including prior experience, geography and degree field, affect career outcomes. CSU does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase, eligibility for a position, or other career growth.
Degree at a Glance
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Program Summary
Program Description
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, students should be able to do the following:
Concentration
Concentration Outcomes
Curriculum
For more information regarding courses outside the recommended course of study, view the full course listing.
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To fulfill the General Concentration for this degree, student may choose any 5000-6000 level course not used to satisfy program requirements. Student can review all available courses at our full course listing. Students are strongly encouraged to speak to their academic advisor prior to choosing general concentration course options.
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To fulfill open electives, students may choose any course not used to satisfy program requirements, taking into consideration the degree program upper-level requirements. Students can review all available courses at our full course listing. Students are strongly encouraged to speak to their academic advisor prior to choosing open elective options.
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To satisfy the requirements of the DBA, students must complete a minimum of 15 hours of dissertation/research hours. DBA students should communicate regularly with their dissertation chair regarding the completion of these hours.
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To satisfy the requirements of the DBA, students must complete a minimum of 15 hours of dissertation/research hours. DBA students should communicate regularly with their dissertation chair regarding the completion of these hours.
Tuition Rates
Our goal is to provide the strongest online academic programs at an affordable rate. On average, our tuition is less than half the cost of our competitors.
| Course Type | Tuition Rate Per Credit Hour* |
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| Undergraduate | $245 |
| Graduate | $335 |
| Doctoral | $435 |
*Rates are per credit hour. Most courses are three (3) credit hours. Tuition and fees are payable in U.S. funds. Tuition Rates are subject to change.
The tuition rate for graduate courses per credit hour is $250 for all active-duty military members (not applicable for CSU learning partners). The lower rate is offered to keep the tuition rate at the DoD cap of $250.
† CSU Learning Partners receive a tuition discount that is applied to the full tuition rate.
Tuition reports include tuition and required fees per academic year for full time beginning students.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Affordability and Transparency Center, National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), Winter 2021-2022, Student Financial Aid component.
Ways to Save
Paying for school is possible. At CSU, there are many Ways to Save including scholarships, military tuition assistance, Learning Partnerships and more.
Brian Marcos
MPA – Emergency Services Management
The degree has been a tremendous value added in my career. It has helped set the example for other aspiring professionals and the degree has provided me additional opportunities in my professional development.
Accreditation & Institutional Recognition
Carefully designed and taught by experienced industry experts, CSU's courses have been recognized for their rigorous academic material, high-caliber instruction and commitment to advancing the industries that they serve.
