Program Overview
Transform public service with knowledge, applied research, and real-world impact. The Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) program at the University of Baltimore is designed for working professionals who are passionate about making a difference in their organizations and communities.
The program goes beyond theory, offering practical skills and hands-on research that tackle today’s most urgent public challenges. Whether your goal is to lead government agencies, innovate in nonprofit organizations, or shape policy, the DPA will empower you with advanced analytical tools, strategic problem-solving abilities, and research expertise.
You can complete the program through a combination of weekend and online courses. Onsite courses at Shady Grove are offered on six selected weekends within a 15-week semester, with elective courses also available online.
As a UB student, you are entitled to the same benefits as students studying on the home campus. This includes library services, disability support services, tutoring, career advising, student activities and clubs and more. Services are available through the Universities at Shady Grove or UB.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- Master's degree in public administration, public affairs, policy analysis, public health or nonprofit management
- Applicants with a master's degree in another field should have at least five years of significant public management or related work experience
- Review the admission requirements and deadlines
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Learn about admission requirements and how to apply to the University of Baltimore at The Universities at Shady Grove.