OpenFieldMaster of Public Administration (MPA) in State and Local Governance
NASPAA-oriented public administration degree based in Kentucky's state capital, preparing executives in public finance, civil rights policy, and urban management.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with min. 2.75 GPA
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 79+ or IELTS 6.5
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE optional
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of public service intent
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters from professional or academic supervisors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Kentucky Commonwealth Capitol Fellowships covering partial tuition and legislative internship stipend
- Application fee
- $30
- Tuition / joining costs
- $525/credit hour
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Kentucky State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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