UNO MPA Master of Public Administration | School of Public Administration

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UNO Master of Public Administration:

Build Skills. Serve Communities. Drive Change.

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Why UNO for Your MPA?

UNO's MPA is competitively priced, long accredited, and highly regarded among its peer programs. Our program offers accessible and world-class learning opportunities to both traditional and online students of public administration, affairs, and policy.

Discover the MPA Track That Fits Your Goals

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UNO’s Master of Public Administration program gives you the flexibility to tailor your graduate experience with three in-demand concentrations. Students can specialize in **Public Management**, **Nonprofit Management**, or **Public & Social Policy**—each designed to build advanced expertise, strengthen leadership skills, and prepare you for impactful roles in public service. Choose the path that aligns with your goals and make your MPA work for you.

students talking to school representatives at a career fair. — Two Specialized Options to Deepen Your Expertise

UNO’s MPA program also offers two targeted specializations for students looking to build advanced, career-ready skills. Specialize in **Criminology and Criminal Justice** to strengthen your ability to lead in law enforcement, community safety, and justice-focused organizations. Or choose **Information Management** to gain the tools to manage data, technology, and information systems in public and nonprofit agencies. Each specialization enhances your MPA and helps you stand out in a rapidly evolving field.

Dual Degrees

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Public Administration, MPA and Social Work, MSW (MPA/MSW)

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Public Administration, MPA and Management Information Systems, MS (MPA/MIS)

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Public Administration, MPA and Gerontology, MS

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Public Administration, MPA and Criminology and Criminal Justice, MS

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Everything You Need for Your MPA Path

Entry Requirements

Review the complete list of admission criteria, required application materials, and timelines for applying to the Master in Public Administration program.

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Curriculum

The MPA program is structured to accommodate both full-time and part-time students.

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Funding Your Education

Explore scholarship opportunities and financial aid resources that can help support your MPA journey.

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Application Deadlines

Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. All materials must be submitted at least one week prior to the first day of the semester in which the student has elected to begin coursework.

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NASPAA Accreditation

The Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA) is the membership association of graduate programs in public administration, public policy and public affairs. The Commission on Peer Review & Accreditation is the accreditor of these master degree programs. NASPAA is considered the global standard in public service education.

Advisors & MPA Chairs

Dr. William Swann, wswann@unomaha.edu

Minsoo Goo, M.S.Ed. , Academic & Career Advisor II, mgoo@unomaha.edu

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