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ONLINE bspa DEGREE
Bachelor of Science in Public Administration Degree
ONLINE bspa DEGREE
Bachelor of Science in Public Administration Degree
Bachelor's degree
4 years
Approximate Program Length
120
Total Credits
$398
Cost per Credit
Online
Format
Gain an understanding of public policy and how it’s implemented in government, nonprofit or public institutions. Our Bachelor of Science in Public Administration degree prepares you for roles in both the public and private sectors and covers everything from civil leadership, business and governmental law to finance and budgeting.
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Public Administration
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Management
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Data Driven Decision Making
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Problem Solving
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Budgeting
Courses
Schedule
Your academic counselor will help schedule your courses for a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration.
What you'll learn
When you earn your bachelor’s in public administration online, you’ll be equipped with a concrete set of skills you can apply on the job.
You’ll learn how to:
- Analyze public administration concepts
- Apply public administration management practices
- Analyze research methodologies for public administration
- Apply the ethical standards of public administration
- Examine fiduciary practices in public administration
Careers & Outcomes
Careers & Outcomes
What can you do with a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration Degree?
A BSPA can prepare you to be a:
- Community Outreach Coordinator
- Nonprofit Manager
- General Manager
- Operations Manager
- Regulatory Affairs Manager
- Program Manager
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth for Social and Community Service Managers is projected to be much faster than average between 2021 and 2031.
BLS projections are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates.
Career Services for Life®
Get career coaching, resumé building and interview prep, for life. While outside career advising can cost over $200 an hour, at University of Phoenix it’s built right into your degree at no added cost.
You don’t have to go it alone.
You’ll have a team of advisors invested in your success from day one — dedicated to helping you build your confidence and a personalized career plan you can stick with.
Tools and resources available 24/7/365
We're a university built for the busy. Build your resumé, prepare for an interview and plan your career — whenever it fits your life, day or night.
Networking & mentorship
Through virtual job fairs and networking with the alumni community, we've made it easy to tap into the experience and connections of your peers and colleagues at the University.
Tuition
Tuition
Lock in the peace of mind that comes with fixed, affordable tuition. You’ll enjoy one flat rate from the moment you enroll until the day you graduate from your program. That’s your Tuition Guarantee.
Earn your degree faster
Have previous relevant work and life experience evaluated for potential credit. If you have military or law enforcement training such as Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy training, you can have relevant experience evaluated for potential college credit. Contact an enrollment representative at 844-YES-UOPX for more information.
Credit transfer made easy
Graduate faster by transferring in prior eligible credits from another accredited institution.
Need some help?
Our enrollment representatives provide personal support while you make an informed choice about going back to school. Reach us by phone at 844-937-8679 or chat with us 7 days a week.
Student Experience
Student Experience
An education that fits your busy life
Balancing family, work and school
Work toward your degree without giving up what matters most. Start your degree year-round and take one class at a time.
Online learning
Enroll in online classes and attend class whenever it fits your life, day or night.
Around-the-clock support and resources
You have a support team available up to 20 hours a day, 5 days a week. And our academic counselors, who are with you every step of the way, have earned a 5-star rating from 90% of our surveyed students.[1]
[1] Transactional Survey, August 2021-22 (18,645 respondents)
Accreditation & Faculty
Accreditation & Faculty
Count on the quality of your education
Institutional Accreditation
University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), hlcommission.org. Since 1978, University of Phoenix has been continually accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
real-world faculty
*This is a University-wide ratio, the College of Social Behavioral Sciences students-faculty ratio may vary.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Bachelor of Science in Public Administration degree
Public administration consists of services we all rely on in every community to implement government policy and public service. Public administrators work in local and federal entities and departments in the public sector, as well as in non-profit organizations.
A public administration degree helps prepare you for roles in both the public and non-profit sectors. The degree covers topics such as civil leadership, city and county operations, finance and budgeting, grant writing, public policy and ethics, and many more public admin related topics.
Our online public administration degree is designed specifically so that working professionals like you can earn it without leaving your current role. The degree helps you build a strong foundation in public administration while teaching the leadership skills to help prepare you for a career in the field. You’ll learn from faculty who are currently working in the public sector, and you’ll be able to join our large alumni network. Additionally, Career Services for Life™ help students in their current position and prepare them for career enhancement with career planning, resumé help and more.
*While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.
Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projections are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates.