Wright State’s Master of Public Administration is a graduate degree program for people with a passion for public service. Our graduates work in leadership positions across all levels of government as well as diverse nonprofit and private organizations.
M.P.A. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Wright State is offering Public Sector Scholarships for federal, state, and local government employees. These scholarships cover 50 percent of tuition for the two-year program length. Applicants should provide official confirmation of their employment to program director Daniel Warshawsky and submit their M.P.A. application through the Graduate School website. Applicants will automatically be considered for the scholarship when their application is received.
Master of Public Administration
There are many good reasons to choose Wright State’s M.P.A. program as you prepare for public service, among them:
- Scholarships available for federal, state, and local government employees
- Nationally accredited degree (NASPAA)
- Named a “Best in the Nation” program by U.S. News & World Report, 2022
- Designed for experienced professionals and students starting careers
- Flexible start date and evening courses
- Regionally unique program with three tracks: General, Criminal Justice, and Social Issues
- 96 percent of graduates find employment within six months
FIND YOUR FUTURE AT WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY
MORE EARNING POTENTIAL
Invest in yourself and your future right now! Employees with advanced degrees earn more on average than employees with just bachelor's degrees.
Increased income over bachelor degree
Annual salary value increase
Source: Emsi complete employment data, Analysis of the Economic Impact and Return on Investment of Education, May 2018, Commissioned by the Inter-University Council of Ohio
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Upcoming start dates:
- Spring Semester—January 12, 2026
- Summer Semester—May 18, 2026
- Fall Semester—August 24, 2026