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Master of Public Administration San Jose State University San Jose State University, USA

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USD 17494

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 70

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24 months

Duration

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90

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The mission of our MPA program is to educate and train individuals to become the leaders, managers and analysts in public and non-profit agencies that serve the Silicon Valley and its diverse population, using tools that enable them to recognize and value diversity, behave with high ethical standards, manage personnel resources fairly, recognize and manage risk, and manage programs and policies efficiently and cost-effectively. Upon completion of the degree students will employ critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and public service focus in the delivery of community services through the city, county, special district, state agency or non-profit agency.

Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 56 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2026

Closed

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    90 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    17494

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 70

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    23000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    Global Spartan Scholarship Global Spartan Scholarship:
    Open to fully matriculated F-1 international students (new or current) at undergraduate or graduate level.
    Students must maintain legal F-1 status, enroll full-time (12 units undergraduate / 9 units graduate), have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 (graduate) or 3.3 (undergraduate), and demonstrate leadership, global impact, and financial need.
    Only available to new students enrolled in the fall intake
    Application is required (student will receive the email on registered email id)
     
    More Scholarship opportunities available to apply for after the first full-time semester
     
    LINK: https://www.sjsu.edu/global/scholarships.php
    Global Spartan Scholarship: No specific amount

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