Doctor of Public Administration
Program Information
The University of Baltimore offers the Doctor of Public Administration (D.P.A.) at the Universities at Shady Grove in a convenient, weekend format.
The D.P.A. is an applied research degree program dedicated to providing public-sector and nonprofit managers with the substantive skills, knowledge and values to lead public and nonprofit organizations. The curriculum emphasizes the theoretical and historical foundations of the field, the statistical and analytical techniques of the field, financial analysis and the interpersonal and social skills required to communicate organizational goals and performance standards.
Why study public administration?
Public administration spans the arenas of government, nonprofit organizations and third-sector organizations. Given the concentration of public-sector and nonprofit employees working and residing in the D.C. metropolitan area, having a strong education in this discipline will enable residents to better prepare themselves for an advanced career.
What is the weekend format?
Students have the opportunity to complete the program in a combination of weekend courses and online courses. The onsite courses at Shady Grove are offered on six selected weekends (Saturdays or Sundays) within a 15-week semester. Elective courses are available online or in conjunction with UB's M.P.A. program, also being offered at USG.
Admission Standards and Deadlines
View our admission standards and deadlines.
Applications are available online, by calling the UB Office of Admissions at 1.877.ApplyUB or by visiting the Office of Student Services at the Universities at Shady Grove.
Tuition and Financial Aid
Students enrolled in this program are charged the same tuition as those attending the University of Baltimore, but may have differing fees based on home campus. Financial aid is available to students and is administered through UB. A limited number of scholarships is available.
For more information, please visit http://www.ubalt.edu/financialaid.
UB Support Services
As a UB student, you are entitled to the same benefits as students studying on the home campus. This includes library services, disability support services, tutoring, career advising, student activities and clubs and more. Services are available through the Universities at Shady Grove or UB.
Contact Information
For more information, please contact Suzanne Behr, academic adviser at 410.837.5353.