About Public Administration, M.p.a. - Continuing & Global Education in California State University, Fresno
The Master of Public Administration (MPA) program in the Department of Political Science at California State University, Fresno is nationally accredited through NASPAA (Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration).
In partnership with the Division of Continuing and Global Education, the courses will be offered at the California State University, Fresno Visalia Campus at the College of Sequoias located at the following address:
Fresno State Visalia Campus
1945 W. Meadow Ave.
Visalia, CA 93277
Mission Statement: Working within both the general vision and mission of the California State University, Fresno, the MPA program provides educational opportunities in the area of public and nonprofit administration to those individuals seeking to improve the human condition via public service.
The MPA program prepares individuals to develop competencies that will allow them to effectively serve the public interest.
The MPA program prepares students to gain expertise in public and/or nonprofit management; to educate both elected officials and citizens about public policy tradeoffs; and to facilitate an understanding among diverse perspectives on a given policy issue.
The MPA program provides educational opportunities for individuals to have analytical and critical thinking skills; to appreciate and engage in ethical decision making; and to have the ability to communicate effectively.
Academic qualification equivalents
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All university marksheets, transcripts and *degree certificate with literal English translation. Secondary school (high school) documentations are not required.
*Degree certificate (or diploma) is available at the time of applying for admission.
English language requirements
- TOEFL – 80 iBT, or
- IELTS – 6.5, or
- Pearson’s Test of English - 53, or iTEP – 4.5
California State University, Fresno Highlights
| College Type |
Public |
| Establish Year |
1911 |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| On-Campus Residence |
Available |
| Academic Calendar |
Semester Based |
| Session Intakes |
Fall and Spring |
| Acceptance Rate |
58% |
| Financial Aid |
Available (Aids, Grants, and Scholarships) |
California State University, Fresno Cost of Attendance
- The following are the undergraduate and graduate tuition costs at California State University, Fresno:
| Expense |
Undergraduate (in USD) |
Graduate (in USD) |
| Tuition |
16,089 |
15,147
20,007 (for MBA) |
| Books and Supplies |
900 |
900 |
| Room and Board |
10,000 |
10,000 |
| Health Insurance |
1,595 |
1,595 |
| Total |
28,584 |
27,647
32,502 (for MBA) |
