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Master of Public Administration Virtual Info Session
Marist's online MPA program provides students and working professionals with the flexibility to advance their degrees and expand their skills as a leader and innovator. Learn more about our 100% online masters in public administration at an upcoming virtual information session. If you are unable to attend a session, our admission team can schedule a time to discuss program details with you.
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A NASPAA-Accredited Online MPA Program
Quick Facts
- 100% Online | Accelerated 14-month or Part-Time Formats | Asynchronous 8-week courses
- Multiple Start Terms:
- October 26, 2026
- January 20, 2027
- March 22, 2027
- June 7, 2027
- August 30, 2027
- October 25, 2027
Three specialized concentrations
- Ethical Leadership *
- Healthcare Administration *
- Public and Nonprofit Management
*Advanced certificates may be earned in lieu of concentrations
Tuition
- Competitive 2026-27 Tuition: $1,030/credit
- Credit Requirement: 39-42
Highlights
96%
Employment Rate at Graduation
According to student-reported data, 96% of MPA 2025-26 graduates were employed upon completion of the program. More information on MPA graduate employment outcomes can be found here.
Excel in the Public Sector with a Specialized MPA
The online Masters in Public Administration, accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA), offers working professionals an asynchronous curriculum with structured coursework, assignments, and deadlines without requiring specific login times. Students gain sector-specific management skills and explore core public service values that will continue to shape the effectiveness and ethical fabric of our nation. Concentrations include:
*Option to receive a certificate instead of a concentration
Accelerated Online MPA Program
Students looking to acquire their Master of Public Administration in a timely manner can pursue the accelerated 14-month MPA program track. The accelerated online MPA program provides students with the opportunity to discover unique concentrations, receive hands-on industry-related experiences, and can enhance their academic and professional career goals quicker.
Refine Your Skills to Make an Impact in Your Communities
Master of Public Administration students come to us with a wide breadth of experiences, and it’s not uncommon to see first responders and other key community leaders in our classrooms. To honor the impact these individuals make on a daily basis, we are thrilled to offer generous 50% off discounts for all first responders (police/firefighters/EMT/paramedics) who enroll in the Master of Public Administration program.
Because services and community involvement play such a important role in our community, we have also taken the initiative to partner with a variety of organizations across the region and create competitive tuition discounts for students who are part of these excellent institutions.
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Supercharge Your Career with Impactful Leadership Skills
Marist Master of Public Administration alumnus Christopher connects his professional experiences with his academic experience. Utilizing a holistic approach in the public sector at the New York State Bridge Authority, he collaborates daily with a team. Through his time with Marist's online masters in public administration program, Christopher gained valuable insights into management styles and learned how to apply his coursework to his professional career.
Seasoned Industry Experts with Diverse Perspectives on Success
The faculty within Marist's online masters in public administration program will teach you the skills you need to lead in the global community of the 21st century, because they have a variety of professional experiences to bring to your education. Our faculty take an individualized approach that combines industry knowledge with research to provide students with a well-rounded experience. View all public and non-profit administration faculty >
Tony Carrizales
Dr. Carrizales joined the Marist faculty in 2006 after completing his doctoral work in technology and public administration at Rutgers University. He is constantly exploring how technology is a tool for public sector effectiveness both in the real world and in the classroom. Dr. Carrizales' current research area focuses on the role of cultural competency in the public sector.
Alexander Henderson
Dr. Henderson joined the Marist faculty after previously serving as a chief administrative officer, operational officer, director, and volunteer with several emergency services organizations. His research focuses on front-line policy implementation in public and nonprofit organizations, rules and discretionary decision-making, organizational behavior, and personnel management.
Anne Zahradnik
Dr. Zahradnik came to academia from a successful career in business-to-business and healthcare marketing and public relations. Her scholarly research is a continuation of her substantial practical experiences, focusing on critical areas of inquiry in non-profit program evaluation and rural healthcare business strategies.
A Pathway to Professional Success with Marist University's Online Masters in Public Administration
When you enroll in the online Master of Public Administration program, you expand your skills as a leader and innovator. You will be ready to manage a 21st-century public health care, or nonprofit organizations. Below is a snapshot of several organizations that hire our online Master of Public Administration students upon completion of their MPA degree at Marist. More information on MPA graduate employment outcomes can be found here.
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