Welcome to Public Administration at UIC
Our world is increasingly urban and our leaders must understand the complex problems and governance challenges of urban regions. UIC’s Department of Public Administration (DPA) provides an opportunity for students to study public administration, public policy, and urban leadership in the vibrant urban laboratory provided by the metropolitan Chicago region.
Our degree programs in Chicago provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to effectively confront the problems that challenge the civic, fiscal, and economic sustainability of our neighborhoods, cities, and regions and to lead the organizations and policy networks critical to the quality of life in our urban communities.
UIC’s MPA Program is accredited by The National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA). To achieve this status, the MPA Program must meet certain curricular and operational standards that demonstrate the quality of the curriculum, faculty and student support services.
Degrees and Concentrations
| Degree | Concentrations/ Specializations |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy | Education Policy, Environmental Policy, Social Welfare Policy |
| Master of Public Administration | Financial Management, Nonprofit Management, Public Management, Public Policy, Urban Governance and Management |
| PhD in Public Administration | Financial Management, Public and Nonprofit Management, Survey Methods, Urban Governance and Networks |
| Survey Research Methods Certificate | Survey Research Methods |