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Master of Public Administration

Shorelight Group - University of Illinois Springfield

USA,Illinois

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 16,854/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Illinois

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1969

Total Students: 26,000 +

Int. Students: 6,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

One University Plaza, Springfield, IL 62703, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Public Administration

Program Overview

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) will provide you with the skills, expertise and networks to lead and manage organizations in the public and nonprofit sectors. Here, you will gain a strong foundation in the workings of government and policy, learn the frameworks and tools needed to manage people and processes effectively and develop the skills to lead teams and organizations. Public administration graduates enter or advance in careers as public program managers, nonprofit leaders, management analysts, research analysts, city/town administrators and more.

Learning Outcomes

Lead and manage in public governance.
Communicate in a clear and concise manner.
Apply relevant theories, knowledge and skills to manage resources and programs effectively.
Participate in and contribute to the public policy process.
Describe the public policy process and the role of the various participants and stakeholders.
Identify problems, frame the issues and identify and evaluate alternatives for addressing a problem.
Analyze, synthesize, think critically, solve problems and make decisions.
Demonstrate the ability to collect, analyze and interpret data for use in decision-making and drawing conclusions.
Critically read and apply findings from studies and reports.
Articulate and apply a public service perspective.
Articulate the importance of and operate in a manner that facilitates democracy, equity, transparency, efficiency and ethics.
Communicate and interact productively with a diverse and changing workforce and citizenry.
Demonstrate a sensitivity to and respect for differences in culture.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2026		Open
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 16,854 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Shorelight Group - University of Illinois Springfield

CAD 14,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 105.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 50.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Scholarships available for Fall 2025 Intake. The deadline for the below mentioned scholarships will be until 30th June, 2025.

Undergraduate Scholarships-

UNIVERSITY	University of Illinois @ Springfield
Year 1	Up to $3,600
Year 2	Up to $3,600
Year 3	Up to $3,600
Year 4	Up to $3,600
Total for 4 years	Up to $14,400

1 Year Post Graduate scholarships

UIS PG MSCM & MSEM ($3,600 Max per year / $1,800 per semester)
MPH/MPA ($1,000 Max per year - as billing for 2 semesters/$500 per semester)
MIS, DA and CS ($1,500 Max per year / $750 per semester)
MSCM & MSEM ($3,600 Max per year / $1,800 per semester)

Please note:

Scholarships are not automated, the student/ counsellor should request a scholarship over email within 5 business days of deposit payment.
The above waivers and scholarships are only available until 30th June, 2025.
If students are arriving before the move in date, they need to make their own accommodation arrangements.
We recommend your students to accept their Offer letters as early as possible and not wait until the last minute due to the anticipated backlog in visa Appointment availability.
Students cannot enter the U.S. more than 30 days before their I-20 Program Start Date. They could be turned away at the border or future benefits may be denied.
Limited Merit scholarships are still available for high achieving students.
Please share this information with your colleagues and / or branch offices.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the above, do not hesitate to reach out to the appropriate member of the Recruitment team.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.