School of Public Affairs (Postgrad)

Intakes

Aug

Deadlines

Jul
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Faculty Facts

Annual tuition fees

$31,300

Duration

2 Years

Intakes

Aug

Study language

English

Delivery mode

On-Campus

Degree type

Master

List of Programs

  1. Data Science (MS)
  2. Political Science (MA)
  3. Public Administration (MPA)
  4. Public Policy (MPP)

Requirements

Academic Requirements

Bakalorus (Bachelor’s degree); Postgraduate and Professional Diplomas

  • Graduate MAP 1 Term: 65/100
  • Graduate MAP 2 Terms: 65/100

English Tests Requirements

TOEFL-IBT

100

IELTS

7

About Faculty

Several of American’s School of Public Affairs postgraduate programs – including political science, public administration, and public policy – are highly ranked by U.S. News & World Report. You’ll learn from award-winning professors, conduct research, and face complex national and international public affairs issues – all in the policy-planning capital of the United States.

Top Reasons to Study in American University

  • Students from all50states + DC, and 124 countries.
  • The DC metropolitan area is home to some of the world’s leading corporations, including Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, Marriott international, Capital One Financial Corp., the AESCorp, etc.
  • 12:1 student ratio.
  • TOP 50 Best Graduate Business Schools by Bloomberg Businessweek, 2016.
  • TOP 100 Private Universities by Forbes, 2017.
  • 92% graduates secure employment in their chosen career field within six months of graduation by AMU Graduation Census, 2013–2015.

Ranking & Accreditation of American University

  • #72 National University, US News & World Report 2023.
  • TOP 50 Best Graduate Business Schools by Bloomberg Businessweek, 2016.
  • #68 Research Universities Forbes, 2019
  • 92% graduates secure employment in their chosen career field within six months of graduation by AMU Graduation Census, 2013–2015.
  • # 8 International Business .
  • #39 First-Year Experiences .
  • #39 Management .
  • #42 Best Undergraduate Teaching.
  • #91 Best Value Schools .

Student Accommodation at American University

Housing prices vary based on room choice, amenities, and program track. Your preference is taken into account, but preferred pick is not guaranteed.

  • Off Campus Two-Bedroom Apartment (Double Room): $6,775
  • Off Campus One-Bedroom Apartment (Double Room): $7,150
  • Dining: $6,320
  • Other: $2,000

 

 

Deadline:

Jul
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