Are you ready to amplify your impact as a public servant? The 48-credit Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) program at The University of Baltimore is designed for working professionals who are
passionate about making a difference in their organizations and communities.
Our program goes beyond theory, offering practical skills and hands-on research that
tackle today’s most urgent public challenges. Whether your goal is to lead government
agencies, innovate in nonprofit organizations, or shape policy, the DPA will empower
you with advanced analytical tools, strategic problem-solving abilities, and research
expertise. Join a network of change-makers and turn your commitment to public service
into meaningful, lasting impact.
WE BRING OUR CLASSES CLOSER TO YOU.
While our main campus is in mid-town Baltimore and we offer a fully online learning
option, we know that students are looking to advance their careers all over the state.
So we're committed to serving DPA students near and far. That's why we offer our
Doctor of Public Administration at The Universities at Shady Grove, designed with a weekend schedule to fit your busy life. It's the same excellent
program, just more accessible to our students who live in areas surrounding both Baltimore
and Washington D.C.
For professionals working—or wanting to work—in any level of public service
prepare for leadership roles in public service, government, and non-profit organizations
beneficial for those working in or seeking higher administrative roles and executive
positions in public service
Focused on public scholarship that makes an impact in the real world
create research-based projects that benefit a public audience outside of academia,
such as professionals, communities, or issue-based groups
emphasis on practical application and real-world impact
tailor public scholarship to your interests and career goals
Flexible for working professionals
hybrid model with both online and in-person classes
part-time and full-time options available
weekend classes (Saturdays or Sundays) to accommodate working professionals
Offers options for individualized programs of study.
choose a specialization based on your specific area of interest and professional goals
develop a program of study to your specific interests OR align specialization with
graduate certificate programs to earn a stackable credential along with your DPA
Graduates with a Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) often pursue careers in leadership
and management roles within the public sector, nonprofit organizations, and sometimes
even the private sector. Here are some common career paths:
Common Roles
Senior-Level Public Executive
Policy Analyst
Government Affairs Officer
Legislative Aide
Program Director
College Professor
Research Director
DPA Student Selected as a 2024 ASPA Founders’ Fellow
Georgia’s history of involvement with and advancement of the aims of underserved communities reveals a rich portfolio of immense and impactful leadership.
Applicants to the DPA program should have the following qualifications:
a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
a master's degree, from a regionally accredited college or university, in public administration,
public affairs, policy analysis, public health or nonprofit management OR if your master's degree is not in one of these fields, at least five years of significant
public management or related work experience. You may be required to complete additional
coursework in public administration prior to enrolling in doctoral-level coursework.
Let us know when you are ready to earn your master's degree by applying to the program.
Our online application will only take you a few minutes to complete. Before you submit the application,
you’ll be asked to use your credit card or bank account to pay the $50 application
fee.
A Statement of Personal Interest can be submitted electronically as part of the online application.
Insider tips: The earlier you apply and submit a completed application, the faster you’ll receive
an admission decision. Each one of your supporting admission documents may be sent
individually. Your admission portal will keep track of what the UBalt Admission team
has received.
When you attend an information session or discuss your application with an Admission
counselor be sure to get your application fee waiver code and save yourself $50.
Have three professors or employers submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf; it should be sent in a sealed envelope
with a signatures across the sealed portion
We will consider GRE General Test scores OR an academic writing sample.
If you choose to submit yourGRE score, please have it sent directly from the testing agency; UBalt's code is5810. Your scores should be no more than five years old. If you have taken the GMAT but
not the GRE, those scores may be substituted.
If you choose to submit anacademic writing sample, please submit it with your other application materials. Your sample should demonstrate
your writing abilities and critical thinking skills.
Official transcript(s).Request that an official transcript of all prior college or university work (including
graduate courses, if applicable) be sent directly from each institution attended;
electronic transcripts sent to documents@ubalt.edu are encouraged.
The University of Baltimore Office of Graduate Admission 101 W. Mt Royal Ave. Baltimore, MD 21201
