Master of Public Administration [M.P.A] From Western University

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Master of Public Administration [M.P.A]

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

$21,352 /Yr

CA$29,656 /Yr

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$21352 (CAD 29656)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Living Expenses$8829 (CAD 12262)
Total Cost$8829 (CAD 12262)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2022$13941 (CAD 19362)
2021$10720 (CAD 14889)

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Ouac Application Deadlines For Fall 2025 Intake Mar 1, 2025
  • Master of Public Administration (MPA)  at Western University is offered as a full-time basis for a duration of 1-year.
  • Ranked 4th in Canada’s best universities by student satisfaction in Maclean’s Rankings 2020.
  • Western's Masters of Public Administration (MPA) is designed for mid-career local government administrators who wish to further their public management skills, as well as for future professionals looking to enter the field.
  • The MPA is Canada's only public administration program with a local focus. MPA courses offer specialized education in local administration and policy analysis, thoroughly preparing students for the challenges of the modern community, urban and regional governance and administration.
  • The Student to ratio is 24:1.
  • The Employment rate of Western University is 91%.
  • Students can apply for scholarship programs initiated by the Government of Canada up to 40,664 USD per year.
  • The living cost range in Canada is 4,500 USD – 10,800 per year.
  • The average salary goes up to 68,500 USD after completing this program.
  • Students have career opportunities to work as:
    • Tax Examiner
    • Budget Analyst
    • Public Administration Consultant
    • City Manager

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students have to complete a science bachelor’s honors degree in computer science or a highly related discipline.
  • Or, bachelor's (4-year, honors degree) or equivalent from a recognized degree-granting institution.
  • GPA of at least 3.0/4.33 (B grade) in the last 2 years of study is required to be eligible for this program.
  • Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL and PTE to get admission in this program.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
  • Or, completed graduation in B.Sc.(H) Computer Science or B.Sc. Applied Physical Sciences with Mathematics and Computer Science.
  • Or, completed a B.Sc (General) degree from a recognized institution.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.


Scores Required

92 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

115 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo


Required Document List

The Documents required are:

  • Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
  • Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
  • Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
  • Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
  • Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
  • Resume/CV - This provides a summary of your experience and skills.
  • English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFLIELTS,..etc.
  • Exam scores like GMAT, GRE are to be submitted.

Ranking

20222021

Academy Ranking of World Universities logo
Public Policy 301 out of 500 in Global Ranking
( #10 out of 21 in Canada 2022)

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Career and Placement after Course

After completing this program students have job opportunities in:

  • Tax Examiner
  • Budget Analyst
  • Public Administration Consultant
  • City Manager
  • Mayor


Comments


Found 1 Comment

M
monir
Mar 21, 2023 03:08
Hi,Professor I am from banglades,, SSC GPA-5.00 HSC:4.93 M.A Hon's In English from University of Chittagong -2.91 ielts exam 7 overall,, Now i have a interest master's program, this gpa accept your university,,?? Thanks in advance
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Sinbad Chongtham
Mar 21, 2023 10:06

Students applying for admission in the master programs of Western University must have a minimum of 70% overall average in the last 2 full-time years of the undergraduate degree. Besides the GPA requirement there are certain program-specific requirements as well.


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