Stand out as a public or nonprofit leader with a Fels graduate degree in public administration. Fels offers a personalized curriculum combining analytical and practical experience and a tight-knit campus community within a world-class research institution and major US city.
| Master of Public Administration | Executive Master of Public Administration | |
|---|---|---|
| Program description | The on-campus Master of Public Administration is designed to deliver the analytical tools, real-world experience, and valuable connections needed to begin or advance a career in the public sector | The Executive Master of Public Administration is a low-residency program that combines an innovative online learning platform with monthly on-site intensive sessions in Philadelphia to enhance your leadership in the public sphere |
| Who it’s for | Designed for students who want to build skills to make an impact in government or the nonprofit sector | Designed for experienced working professionals with at least 5 years of professional experience who want to take their careers to the next level |
| Delivery | In-person core classes are held on campus during the day; some electives may be taken in a hybrid format | Core classes are held online on Monday evenings, with monthly intensive weekends (Friday and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.) held in person, on campus |
| Curriculum | 9 courses, including a capstone project course, 2 electives (at Fels or another Penn school), and an internship | 10 courses, including a capstone project course and 3 electives (at Fels or another Penn school) |
| Time to complete |
One year of full-time study or two years of part-time study |
Two years of part-time study |
"The Fels experience is shaped by our dynamic students and enriched by faculty and staff committed to your academic and professional success. Our programs equip future public leaders with the managerial and analytical toolkit needed to think critically and solve complex societal issues. Immersed in Philadelphia, an inspiring civic laboratory, students can make an impact locally or use the skills they learn in the classroom to effect change in communities across the globe. Fels graduates are a connected community and stand out wherever they go for their ability to innovate and generate solutions."
John Lapinski and Lauren Russell, Faculty Co-Directors
