LEAD COMMUNITIES. CREATE CHANGE.

La Verne’s Master of Public Administration

Communities rely on thoughtful, capable leaders to make decisions that affect real people every day. The University of La Verne’s Master of Public Administration (MPA) prepares you to lead programs, manage organizations, and improve public services across government and nonprofit sectors.

Choose an Area of Focus and Learn Hands-On

Pick from the following concentrations, each focused on a high-demand area in public service:

• Urban Management and Affairs

• Nonprofit Management

• Public Health

• JD/MPA Dual Degree option

Then pursue opportunities with public sector organizations, such as:

This degree means something—for you and for others.

Fill out the form at the top of the page to learn more about La Verne’s Master of Public Administration.

Are you ready to expand your impact?

• NASPAA-accredited public administration program

• Fully online or hybrid format at the Ontario campus

• Career mentoring, networking, and professional development

• Specializations aligned to real public sector careers

• Courses offered year-round in 8-week sessions

• Municipal Management Association of Southern California (MMASC)

• International City/County Management Association (ICMA) student chapter

• American Society for Public Administration (ASPA)

• La Verne’s City Manager-in-Residence program and networking events

This combination of specialization and real-world experience will help you build the relationships and career confidence that will transform your career.