Students can earn a bachelor's and master's degree in 5 years in Oakland University's new BS to MPA program

Oakland University’s Public Administration program now offers a way for students to graduate with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years. The 4+1 B.S. to MPA program allows students to earn a Master of Public Administration degree in one calendar year, after completing a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration. In this accelerated program, students take 12 graduate level credits at undergraduate tuition rates.

“Students in this program save 12 credits of graduate tuition, and earn an MPA degree in one year instead of two,” said Suzanne Rossi, MPA program coordinator.

“That gives them an opportunity to put their education to work sooner, at a significant cost savings.”

The program consists of 42 credits for the bachelor’s degree (plus general education courses) and 40 credits for the master’s degree. To be eligible to apply, students must have a minimum 3.2 overall GPA after completing required undergraduate public administration courses.

“The program is designed for students who want to challenge themselves to meet high academic standards,” Rossi said.

To learn more about the 4+1 B.S. to MPA program, contact Suzanne Rossi at ssrossi@oakland.edu or visit the website.