Our School offers  both academic and  workplace-based professional development education to strengthen the provision of public  services in society.   Our academic programs include  degrees at the master’s (MPA), doctoral (PhD) and undergraduate levels. In the 2013  US News and World Report  Best Graduate Schools listing,  we were again ranked #1 as the top graduate school for City Management and Urban Policy (click here to see the list) and jumped forward two spots in Public Management Administration to rank as #5 (click here for that list). We encourage you to explore our website to find out more about us and let us know how we can support your public sector or public service career.

OUR SCHOOL

• Offers nationally regarded programs for those pursuing careers in public service.
• Maintains excellence by recruiting superb faculty, staff and students  and committing ourselves to their development.
• Ensures rich student experiences through an extensive alumni network  of public service professionals.

OUR PROGRAMS

• Are highly respected nationally. Our MPA is ranked #1among city management and urban policy programs and is #9 overall in the  2013 US News and World Report review of graduate programs in public  affairs in the U.S.
• Advance academic rigor in public service.
• Integrate classroom study and workplace experience.
• Link participants to a network of public service professionals.

OUR STUDENTS

• Exemplify dedication to professionalism in public service.
• Seek intellectual engagement to enhance workplace practice.
• Are committed to leadership and lifelong learning.