Grow Your Career and Your Community
You know that government and non-profit jobs have an immeasurable importance for every citizen. You've already learned the basics and a lot more.
Now it’s time to take that hard-earned knowledge and expand your influence as a true public servant. Make it happen with an online Master of Public Administration degree from Belhaven University.
Find out how to identify risks, handle complex challenges, and create sustainable programs. Apply biblical truths to fundamental theories. Take what you learn in class each week and apply it to your job the very next day.
Get ready to make an even greater impact in your community. Let’s get started.
Special Tuition Rate
Public and non-profit service is a noble pursuit. Belhaven makes it possible for more state and non-profit employees to obtain their MPA than ever before.
You pay just $9,975 for your online degree. That’s all — less than $10k for an advanced degree from an accredited and highly-ranked program. And it’s all on your own schedule.
Why You’ll Love the Online MPA Program at Belhaven
Career Advancement
The knowledge and training you need for high-profile positions and responsibilities.
Affordable Tuition
Earn your MPA from our highly ranked program for less than $10,000. This is the most affordable MPA in the region.
Christian Worldview
You are challenged to think critically and analytically about who God is — and who you are — as we equip you to fulfill your calling to glorify God and be a blessing to the world.
Accreditation
Belhaven University has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).
100% Online
Specifically designed for professional working adults
Small Class Sizes
Get to know your professors and classmates through group collaboration and discussions
7 Week Terms
Complete your classes and accomplish your goals quickly
3 Concentrations
Add a Data Science, Finance, or Human Resources concentration to your MPA degree to advance career skills
"I chose to come to Belhaven because I wanted a Christian environment in which to learn and the format of classes worked well with my schedule . My Belhaven degree allows me to advance at my current job and be ready for new opportunities."
"I chose Belhaven because the structure of classes made it convenient for an adult with a family. The degree will forge new opportunities for me, for which I am grateful."
"When I first signed up online classes at Belhaven, I thought getting a degree would look good on my resume, but what I didn't expect was how much it would help me in my personal life too because of the Christian worldview curriculum. I am able to take classes and work full-time because the online schedule is flexible. I also get a lot of personal attention from my professors."
"I like online classes because I am able to do the work on my time, at my own pace. I travel with my job and this worked out perfectly. You get a lot of attention even though you are taking online classes. Because of my degree from Belhaven, I have a Christian worldview, especially in the business world."
"My online Master's degree from Belhaven University allowed me to study at my own pace and from any location, which frequently made it easier for me to work and have time for my family. I was able to manage both my academic obligations and my personal obligations while taking classes."
What Can You Do with a Public Administration Degree?
- Budget manager
- City manager
- Community relations director
- Congressional support staff/manager
- County administrator
- Economic development director
- Non-profit manager
- Policy analyst
- Recreation manager
- Urban or regional planner
- State agency director or manager
Meaningful Change Starts with Well-Equipped Leaders
- Understand economic, political, legal, and social issues
- Develop a problem-solving approach to management and policy analysis
- Become proficient, empathetic, sincere, and compassionate
- Prepare to meet the needs and challenges of public service
- Attain a rewarding career in public service
- Excel as a professional with increased advancement opportunities
- Increase your earning power
- Learn on your own schedule with online classes
- Participate in interactive learning discussions
- Engage in public administration through scholarly and applied research
- Shape your prospective through classes taught from a Christian worldview
Meaningful Change Starts with Well-Equipped Leaders
- Understand economic, political, legal, and social issues
- Develop a problem-solving approach to management and policy analysis
- Become proficient, empathetic, sincere, and compassionate
- Prepare to meet the needs and challenges of public service
- Attain a rewarding career in public service
- Excel as a professional with increased advancement opportunities
- Increase your earning power
- Learn on your own schedule with online classes
- Participate in interactive learning discussions
- Engage in public administration through scholarly and applied research
- Shape your prospective through classes taught from a Christian worldview
School of Business: Verified Excellence
Belhaven’s business school is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). Why is this important?
Knowing the School of Business is accredited by the IACBE tells you that Belhaven voluntarily holds itself to a set of quality standards and is willing to allow outside business experts come to campus and verify Belhaven is doing what we say we are doing. Belhaven’s commitment to the accreditation process benefits you because it ensures you will be provided a quality education.
Master of Public Administration: What You Need to Know
MPA: More Information
To be eligible for the Online Master of Public Administration program, you must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited college or university.
- You need to provide an official transcript from the institution granting your baccalaureate degree and official transcripts of all graduate level work, if any.
- Your cumulative GPA from undergraduate work must be at least 2.5, or 9 hours of graduate work with a B in each course.
- Up to 6 hours of accredited graduate work may be transferred if a B or better is earned in each course.
If you don’t meet the regular admission requirements, but show the potential for success in the program, you may be admitted on a conditional basis.
- You’ll be asked to submit an essay and two letters of recommendation for review by the program committee.
- You must earn a 3.00 grade point average in the first six semester hours of graduate work to continue in the program.
Applying to Belhaven’s online programs is quick and easy. We’ll need a couple supporting documents — things like transcripts from any other school you’ve attended. When you have gathered those, just complete our online application form.
These rates are for August 1, 2022 through July 31, 2025.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Full Program Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Public Administration | $277 | $9,975 |
* As these courses are deeply discounted, there are no additional discounts (military, first responder, education, etc.) for this program.
Visit the Scholarships, Tuition & Fees page to view other fees as well as the cost estimate calculator.
Contact Us
Office of Adult, Graduate, and Online Admission
Phone: 601-968-5940Mailing Address:
1500 Peachtree Street, Box 153
Jackson, MS 39202
Fax: 601-300-2932
Verse of the Year
For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation.
Psalm 100:5