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MPA Graduate Sector Breakdown

40% Public Sector

33% Nonprofit Sector

13% Private Sector

MPA Stats 2023-24

Graduation Rates

NASPAA CategoriesNumber of Students
Initially Enrolled14
Graduated Within 2 Years8
Graduated Within 3 Years10
Graduated Within 4 Years10
Total Students Graduated & Persisting to Graduation11

*Full-time students generally complete the degree in two years, while part-time students (less than 9 credit hours per semester) can take at least twice as long, depending on the various course loads. Dual degree students (PharmD/MPA or JD/MPA) generally complete both programs in four years.

Job Placements

Graduate PlacementNumber of Students
US Government1
State Government2
Local Government2
International Government1
US-based Nonprofit4
International Nonprofit1
Private Sector (Research/Consulting)1
Private Sector (Other)1
Unknown2
Total15