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Accelerated Master of Public Administration

Program Overview

The accelerated MPA is a fast-paced, full-time option for students eager to jumpstart their public service careers. Each August, a cohort of students is admitted into this 12-month program to foster a community of scholar-practitioners.

Evelyn LoGiudici

Recruitment & Admissions Senior Professional

Phone:

303-315-0151

Drive your passion into change in just one year!

  • The accelerated Master of Public Administration (MPA) program prepares you to manage and lead in government and nonprofit organizations. 
  • Courses are taught by nationally renowned faculty and expert practitioners. Coursework is rooted in research and analytics, ethics and decision-making, and leadership and policy.
  • Take advantage of our extensive, global network of alumni and partner organizations and launch your career in public service.
Program Description

Drive your passion into change in just one year!

  • The accelerated Master of Public Administration (MPA) program prepares you to manage and lead in government and nonprofit organizations. 
  • Courses are taught by nationally renowned faculty and expert practitioners. Coursework is rooted in research and analytics, ethics and decision-making, and leadership and policy.
  • Take advantage of our extensive, global network of alumni and partner organizations and launch your career in public service.

Why the Accelerated (1-Year) Master of Public Administration at CU Denver?

 

Competitive Program Cost

Tuition is a flat rate of $25,000 plus $2,105 of student fees, regardless of residency status, providing major savings compared to our peer programs ranked in the Top 30 in the U.S.

Optional On-Campus Housing

Live in a 2- or 4-bedroom apartment-style unit on campus and save 20% compared to the average cost of a 1-bedroom apartment in downtown Denver. Student fees for this program are waived ($2,105 value) when you sign a lease to live on campus.

Location in the Heart of Denver

Our Downtown Denver location is on the doorstep of government and nonprofit organizations, with stunning views of the Rocky Mountains. Take advantage of the best that this vibrant city and the stunning mountains have to offer!

In-Person Cohort

The program is offered fully in person, in a cohort model. Each year’s cohort of students complete all coursework together and participate in customized activities targeted to your interests. Form lifelong connections with your classmates!

Real-World Applied Project

You’ll gain practical experience through your capstone project, which is a client-based research project synthesizing all the competencies you’ll gain throughout the program.

NASPAA Accreditation

The CU Denver School of Public Affair’ Master of Public Administration program is accredited by NASPAA, the global standard in public service education.

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