The Accelerated Master of Public Administration would allow academically talented University of Arizona undergraduates the opportunity to begin Master level course work beginning their undergraduate Senior year. This would allow students to earn a BS and MPA in as little as five years.
The School of Government and Public Policy was formed in 2009 by combining two highly ranked programs – political science and public administration and policy - bringing them under a single roof. Located in the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences, SGPP is one of the largest schools at the University of Arizona and is uniquely situated to serve as a new model for public affairs education by promoting high-caliber research, teaching, community outreach, and civic leadership.
By offering leading programs in political science, international relations, public policy, and public management, SGPP prepares men and women for leadership positions in the public and nonprofit sectors.
Degree Requirements
In the final two semesters of undergraduate level work (senior status) four upper division courses (2 each semester) are replaced by graduate level courses. These classes are counted towards both the undergraduate and graduate degree. Starting GPA must be cum. 3.3 and cannot fall below 3.0 during the entire program. One summer and two regular semesters finish the program at the graduate level.