Why Kent State's MPA Program? Key Differences

Choice of Program Focus

• Nationally Accredited by NASPAA

• The Only Fully Online MPA in Ohio

• Web-Based and Video Conferencing in Each Course

• Elective Specialization in Nonprofit Management

• Equal In-State and Out-of-State Tuition

Access and Convenience

• The entire program may be completed (full-time) in two years
• The Kent-MPA Degree may be earned online or on-campus
  

Quality and Reputation

• The online Kent-MPA program is one of the few in the United States fully accredited by NASPAA — the body accrediting all MPA programs in the United States.
• Kent State University has offered the MPA degree since 1967
  

Cost

• Compared to other universities in Ohio and to the University of Phoenix, we are one of the least costly program
  
• Out of state students pay the same tuition as in-state students per course, plus a minimal $30 surcharge.