Public Administration Degree Online
Academic title: Public and Nonprofit Administration Major, B.S.
120 Credits
to Graduate
January 11
Next start date
*Recommended apply date is minimum 6 weeks prior to next start date.
Earn your public administration degree online
Make a difference in your community with an online degree in public and nonprofit administration. You'll learn how government, nonprofit and community groups work, as you build the skills to help run them effectively.
Your studies will focus these areas:
- Organizational leadership and management
- Public sector human resources and employee motivation
- Budgeting processes
- Policy and citizen engagement
You'll also customize your degree with elective credits or an undergraduate certificate in International Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Administration. This certificate will help you satisfy your degree requirements while building extra qualifications.
A public administration degree online will also put you on track to earn the Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credential - the only recognized credential in the nonprofit sector. Your degree will satisfy the academic component and prepare you to complete the other requirements including professional experience, volunteer service and an exam.
Students in this program have a 100% pass rate on the Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credential exam.
You'll graduate prepared for roles in government agencies, health care facilities, social services and nonprofit organizations. More importantly, you'll graduate ready to lead and create lasting change.
Earn an accelerated master's
Work toward your bachelor's and master's at the same time with the accelerated Master of Public Administration or the accelerated Master in Science Administration programs. You may be able to complete up to one-third of your master's degree requirements while finishing your undergraduate program, saving you time and money.
Public and nonprofit administration degree overview
| Core credits | 18 |
|---|---|
| Elective credits | 15 |
| General education credits | 87 |
| Total Credits to Graduate | 120 |
How much does a public administration degree online cost?
The cost shown below is based on the current tuition and fee estimate. Your actual cost of attendance for financial aid purposes may vary based on your assigned tuition rate, the number of credits you're enrolled in and the length of your enrollment period. If you're enrolled in a single module instead of a full semester, your housing and food, transportation and personal expenses will be adjusted based on the number of weeks you're enrolled (for example, 12-week or 8-week modules). If you're enrolled less than half-time, your cost of attendance will not include housing and food, personal expenses or loan fees.
- Military tuition benefits: Active duty, veterans and military-affiliated students may qualify for reduced tuition, waived fees and need-based awards.
What can you do with public and nonprofit online degree?
A public administration degree will prepare you for careers in government, nonprofit or other public-sector settings. You'll be ready to lead programs, manage people and organizations that serve your community.
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Executive Director | $105,350 |
| Planning Director | $105,350 |
| Social and Community Service Manager | $78,240 |
| Fundraiser | $66,490 |
All data and statistics in this section are from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Admission Requirements
Transfer Admission Requirements
- Submit a completed application for admission
- Submit the application fee
- Submit official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities
Applicants with a cumulative college GPA of 2.0 or higher are eligible for admission following a standard application and background review. Applicants with a GPA below 2.0 may be asked to submit additional materials demonstrating their academic and professional experience, such as a résumé or personal statement.
Freshman Admission Requirements
- Submit a completed application for admission
- Submit the application fee
- Submit official high school transcripts
Applicants with a cumulative high school GPA of 2.8 or higher are eligible for automatic admission following a standard application and background review. Applicants with a GPA below 2.8 will be considered for admission and may be asked to submit additional materials demonstrating their academic and professional experience, such as a résumé or personal statement.