Why Choose UNF's MPA Program?

Regional Leadership & National Accreditation

• The only NASPAA-accredited MPA program in Northeast Florida.
• Designed to meet national standards for public service education and employer expectations.

Flexible & Customizable Curriculum

• 42-credit hour degree, with evening, hybrid, and some online offerings.
• For those currently working in the public or nonprofit sector, you may be eligible for the 39 or the 36-credit hour track. 
• Three concentrations and a wide selection of electives to tailor your academic path.

Applied, Career‑Focused Learning

• Opportunities for internships, community-based research, partnerships with local government and nonprofits, and engagement in ongoing public service projects.

Accessible Faculty with Real-World Expertise

• Faculty include scholars and practitioners specializing in public management, nonprofit leadership, budgeting, program evaluation, policy analysis, and more.
• Faculty are always open to conducting research with students!