Flexible

With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.

MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (ONLINE)

In our public administration master's program, you will graduate better equipped to make a difference in government and nonprofit management. The MPA degree program offers you the unique opportunity to study a range of issues in public administration, public policy, and public service to better understand your constituency’s contemporary challenges and most critical needs. 

Affordable

With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.

Supportive

Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.

DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE

EARN YOUR MPA IN 12 MONTHS!

Graduate School of Arts and Sciences

Online (*On campus still available through Fall 2024)  |  Start Terms: Spring, Summer, Fall

Ready to take the next step?

 Taylor G. M '21
MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

315 Turnpike St., North Andover, MA 01845
(978) 837-3563

Personalized

Our graduate degree in public administration grants you the freedom to focus on the public policy issues you care about most.

Exceptional Faculty

Study public administration in small classes led by attentive, highly engaged instructors dedicated to helping you succeed.

Supportive

Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.

DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE

Practical

Graduate with the marketable expertise and practical skills needed to address complex problems and craft innovative solutions. 

Networking

Merrimack has active partnerships throughout the public administration community. Interact with legislators, public policy experts, nonprofit directors, and more.

Flexible

With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.

Affordable

With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.

Supportive

Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.

DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE

Practical

Graduate with the relevant skills and marketable expertise that are sought by today’s employers.

Experience-Based

Gain unparalleled hands-on practice and transformative learning experiences both in and out of the classroom.

Personalized

With a flexible curriculum tailor your master’s degree to fit your personal and professional interests and passions.

LOREM IPSUM PROGRAMS OR CAREER-FOCUSED

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LOREM IPSUM PROGRAMS OR CAREER-FOCUSED

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(If needed) On-campus
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LOREM IPSUM PROGRAMS OR CAREER-FOCUSED

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LOREM IPSUM PROGRAMS OR CAREER-FOCUSED

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ONLINE & ON-CAMPUS GRADUATE PROGRAMS 
THAT FIT YOUR GOALS

• Accounting, M.S. (Online)

• Business Analytics, M.S. (Online)

• Data Science & Business Analytics, (Online Certificate)

• Management, M.S. (Online or Hybrid)

• Community Engagement, M.Ed. (Online or On-campus) 

• Criminology and Criminal Justice, M.S.

• Criminology and Criminal Justice, M.S. (With Police Academy)

• Educational Leadership, C.A.G.S.

• Higher Education, M.Ed.
  

• School Counseling, M.Ed.
  

• Social Work, MSW
  

• Teacher Education, M.Ed (Online or On-campus)

• Athletic Training, M.S.

• Community Health Education, M.S.

• Exercise and Sport Science, M.S.

• Health & Wellness Management, M.S.

• Healthcare Analytics, M.S. (Online)

• Nutrition & Human Performance, M.S.

• Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S.

• Communication, M.A.

• Public Affairs, M.P.A.

• Spiritual Direction, M.A.

• Spirituality, M.A.

• Biology, M.S.

• Civil Engineering, M.S.

• Computer Science, M.S.

• Data Science, M.S. (Online)
  

• Data Science (Online Certificate)

• Engineering Management, M.S.

• Engineering Management, M.S. (Online)

• Mechanical Engineering, M.S.

Merrimack’s MPA degree offers you the opportunity to master the domains of public administration, policy, and management within an integrated curriculum, for a well-rounded, career-focused experience.

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(If needed) Online
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Flexible

With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.

Affordable

With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.

Supportive

Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.

DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE

Practical

Graduate with the relevant skills and marketable expertise that are sought by today’s employers.

At Merrimack College, we’re proud of our long history of providing quality degrees to students entering the job market. Our faculty are more than just teachers. We are committed to helping you grow — academically, personally and professionally — so that you graduate as a confident, well-prepared leader.

A TOP GRADUATE SCHOOL

U.S. News & 
World Report 
2020 #46 Best Regional 
Universities/North

The Princeton Review 
2020 Best Regional College

Money magazine 
2018 Most Transformative College

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2020 Top 10 Most Innovative School 
Regional Universities/North

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On Campus MPA

• Classroom-based, synchronous classes

• Tuition: $1,028/credit*

• 14 week semesters

• Full- and half-tuition fellowships

• All applicants considered for Deans Scholarship

Online MPA

• Online, asynchronous classes

• Tuition: $781/credit*

• 8 week semesters

• No fellowships available

• Applicants are not eligible for scholarship

* Tuition indicated is for the 2022-23 academic year and subject to change. Please visit of the Graduate Tuition and Fees page of the merrimack.edu website for the most up to date and complete cost of attendance information.

At Merrimack College, we’re proud of our long history of providing quality degrees to students entering the job market. Our faculty are more than just teachers. We are committed to helping you grow — academically, personally and professionally — so that you graduate as a confident, well-prepared leader.

A TOP GRADUATE SCHOOL