Master of Public Administration [M.P.A]
Field of Study:
$12,747 /Yr
- 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.
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For 2025 Intake | Jan 31, 2025 |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
Tuition Fees | $12747 (CAD 17226) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
---|---|
Housing and Food | $7268 (CAD 9821) |
Compulsory Fees | $2667 (CAD 3604) |
International differential fee | $13724 (CAD 18546) |
Total Cost | $23659 (CAD 31971) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
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.
Scores Required
Required Document List
Following are the required document:
- Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
- Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths, and any work experience and/or education that students have.
- Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Confirmation of Employment Form: Students must be emailed as an attachment by applicant or referee.
- Proof of name change: Required only if name discrepancies exist between transcripts/assessments/test scores and other application documents. Examples of proof: Marriage/divorce certificates, 2 copies of government-issued ID that include a previous and current name and date of birth.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Policy analyst
- Program manager
- Communications advisor
- Performance auditor
- Evaluation analyst
- Client service manager
- Research and statistical office
- Consultant
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Killam Predoctoral Scholarships | Scholarship per student$ 31,080/Yr$42,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
A.S. Mowat Prize Scholarship at Dalhousie University | Scholarship per student$ 1,110/Yr$1,500 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Jared J. Davis Grant | Scholarship per student$ 740/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Narotam Sekhsaria Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Rotary Foundation Scholarships- Global Grants | Scholarship per student$ 29.6 L/Yr$4,000,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
Prodigy Finance-GyanDhan Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,850/Yr$2,500 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based |
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