Virginia Commonwealth University
Web Site |
http://www.has.vcu.edu/gov/Programs/pubadm.html |
Degrees Offered |
MPA (Master of Public Administration), Ph.D programs, Master in Urban Studies |
Fields of Specialization |
Budgeting and Finance, Crime and Criminal Justice, Education, Environment, General/Public Management, Health, Non-Profit, Organizational Management, Policy, Urban, Homeland Security |
U.S. State |
Virginia |
Country/Region |
Eastern United States |
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| School Setting: Urban |
Estimated costs for a graduate student including tuition, books and cost of living: $27,202 (nine months) |
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| Tests Required: GRE TOEFL |
The estimated cost for the 2005 summer session: $10,561 |
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| Duration of Program: MPA:2 years MS in Criminal Justice:1.5 years Masters in Urban Planning:2 years PhD:5 years |
Additional fees (Estimated): $1,220 per year |
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| Popular Courses: Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Budgeting and Finance Criminal Justice |
Books/Supplies: $1,000 per year |
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| Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA) |
Total Costs: $37,763 per year |
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| Most common country/region represented: Turkey Saudi Arabia China |
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| Faculty with International Teaching/Research Interests: Dr. Judyth Twigg— Russia Dr. Bill Newmann— Asia Dr. Blue Wooldridge— Africa Dr. Chris Saladino— Western Europe Dr. A.J. Shriar—Central and South America |
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| Contact Information: International Admissions Office of International Education Dr. Janet Hutchinson MPA Program Coordinator Dr. Michael Pratt PhD Program Coordinator |
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Virginia Commonwealth University encourages qualified international students, both nonimmigrant and immigrant, to apply for admission to the university. VCU is a globally expanding university with existing partnerships and agreements with schools around the world including locations in Qatar, the United Kingdom, Italy and China. In 2004, VCU had almost 800 enrolled students from 94 countries and almost 400 scholars from 51 countries.
The Master of Public Administration at the Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs helps develop the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in either a government or non-profit arena. The program can benefit professionals looking to further develop their career, or for students who seek to begin a career in public administration. The PhD in Public Policy is for those students who seek to develop the advanced level of knowledge and research skills needed for a career in public policy in government, universities or research organizations. |
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  *Last Updated 2006, subject to change. |
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