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Masters in Public Administration Programs in Illinois

Explore masters in public administration programs and graduate schools offering MPA degrees. Find the best public administration programs for you with government statistics and graduate student reviews. 

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  1. Northwestern University

    • Graduate School
    • Evanston, IL
    • 19 reviews

    Graduate Student: I absolutely love Northwestern. Even though I’m attending their online program and live a couple of states away, I still feel connected to my university. Over the past year, my professors, academic advisors, and other course leads have been extremely resourceful and I can tell they want me to succeed. The online campus is easy to use and there are people ready to help me 24/7 if I need it. Despite only meeting once a week via webcam, I feel connected to my classmates and love getting to know them better through class and group projects. I’ve learned so much about mental health counseling and I feel that I’ll be ready for my career when I graduate. I truly feel that I made the best decision when I picked Northwestern for my graduate career!
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    • DePaul University

      • Graduate School
      • Chicago, IL
      • 20 reviews

      Graduate Student: DePaul was a great school for Undergrad and now I am returning for Grad school. Professors are great, bringing real life experience from their professional jobs. Being in the heart of the city is the best selling point!
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      • Northern Illinois University

        • Graduate School
        • Dekalb, IL
        • 9 reviews

        Graduate Student: You will get what you put into it. If you are very involved and care about NIU, you will have an amazing experience! The campus itself is very safe and everyone on campus is willing to help you out if you need help say, finding a building on campus.
        Read 9 Reviews

        • University of Illinois at Chicago

          • Graduate School
          • Chicago, IL
          • 25 reviews

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          • Illinois Institute of Technology

            • Graduate School
            • Chicago, IL
            • 5 reviews

            Graduate Student: A diverse student body, with a lot of foreigner students and more than a few foreign-born professors. The area isn't the safest but it is easy to reach through Metra or CTA which makes the location still ideal. Academics are about as you can expect: high work means you do well. Not easy As. Biology equipment actually good and there is a feeling that the department is growing.
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            • Southern Illinois University Carbondale

              • Graduate School
              • Carbondale, IL
              • 8 reviews

              Graduate Student: When starting out, I had a tough time navigating things and figuring out what I needed to to. Being first generation, I didn’t have anyone to talk to about the process aside from my boss at work. I asked A LOT of questions in the beginning which helped a lot, especially when it came to financial aid and the graduate assistanceship grant. I don’t qualify for the grant since I’m not on campus and doing an online hybrid program.
              The professors take the time to get to know you, help you out, and point you in the right direction. They were also so helpful and supportive when it came to figuring out graduate school in and of itself. The academics are rigorous and set you up for success. I’m so happy with my choice of SIUC!
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              • National Louis University

                • Graduate School
                • Chicago, IL
                • 9 reviews

                Graduate Student: National Louis is a place for the adult learner. I enjoyed learning and growing.
                NLU provides students with a unique and diverse atmosphere for students to learn. For those that are not suitable for traditional learning settings. I am a working single mom and grandma. It is important for me to continue striving to achieve personal and personal goals for the benefit of my family. More importantly, I enjoy discovering new and improved ways to increase personal and professional knowledge. I am also a graduate of National Louis University achieving the undergrad as a student in the ABS program in May 2017. I can honestly say that “the experience has its challenges, but it was a pleasure” beginning and ending with my fellow cohorts. NLU's commitment to higher learning for the working adult is impressive.
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                • Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

                  • Graduate School
                  • Edwardsville, IL
                  • 4 reviews

                  Graduate Student: SIUe is a growing college. They used to be mostly a commuter school, but they offer in-state tuition for bordering states! The campus is beautiful and there is a wide variety of areas of study. I am in the biology program there, and the faculty are personable and genuinely want to help you succeed. They have multiple clubs you can join. The town of Edwardsville is not necessarily a college town, but it has everything that you need and more. I love SIU and would recommend it to anyone.
                  Read 4 Reviews

                  • Roosevelt University

                    • Graduate School
                    • Chicago, IL
                    • 9 reviews

                    Graduate Student: Great school. Definitely in the best of interest of each student. The faculty make themselves readily available to discuss the needs of a student. In addition, they are actively engaged in the learning and professional development of their students preparing them to be the best they can be at their chosen career.
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                    • Governors State University

                      • Graduate School
                      • University Park, IL
                      • 11 reviews

                      Graduate Student: I am pursuing the dual masters’ degree in Public Administration (PADM) and Political and Justice Studies (POJS). These interdisciplinary degrees will enhance my chances for greater opportunities in the private and public sectors as a public administrator, public servant, academic professor, and academic advisor in the areas of political justice and public policies’ arenas.
                      My goal is to use my PADM/ POJS degree in the field of social advocacy projected towards community settings to conform administrative policies that maintain ethical behaviors from all levels in an agency – for greater awareness of the disenfranchised.
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                      • University of Illinois at Springfield

                        • Graduate School
                        • Springfield, IL
                        • 4 reviews

                        Graduate Student: The online program for teachers is great for students who work and have families to care for. The program is engaging and the professors foster good collaboration among the students. I was given many opportunities to demonstrate my understanding and application of many of the concepts taught and the professors provided me with feedback on my learning. Personally I would not have been able to complete my educational pursuits and fulfill my academic goals without their great online program. It helped me to develop discipline and good work habits as I worked within the community of online learners. I was satisfied with the pacing of the courses and the professors were highly knowledgeable about their content area. I’d recommend the online teaching program to anyone!
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                        • Northeastern Illinois University

                          • Graduate School
                          • Chicago, IL
                          • 11 reviews

                          Graduate Student: Great commuter campus with affordable options for all majors! Offers cohort programs and on-campus programs for graduate students. Knowledgeable staff that wants to see you succeed.
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                          • Concordia University Chicago

                            • Graduate School
                            • River Forest, IL
                            • 14 reviews

                            Graduate Student: I am an online student in the doctoral program for Health and Human Performance, so cannot make any recommendations on the physical location at CUC, but I am really enjoying the program thus far. In my first year I have had several excellent instructors and online learning experiences and have been academically challenged far more than I had anticipated, in a fun way! Although not all coursework has been as difficult or academically expansive as I had hoped for, the majority of classroom experiences have been worth the investment.
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                            • Spertus College

                              • Graduate School
                              • Chicago, IL
                              • 1 review

                              Graduate Student: It is an excellent small graduate institution with a great academic reputation. It is an especially great option for working professionals with lots of flexibility.
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                                Merrimack College

                                • Graduate School
                                • North Andover, MA
                                • 4 reviews

                                Graduate Student: I would put 3 stars for the entire experience and an extra one for the memories.
                                Academics: DECENT
                                I had great professors and not so great ones. But the one’s that were great have helped me throughout my four years and I will never forget them.
                                Athletics:
                                Former athlete at Merrimack. They treat them great, some more than others. But overall athletics are supported and there are many oppetunties to see games/matches
                                Campus Life:
                                ALRIGHT
                                Housing is terrible. Get off campus housing when you can! The food sucks too. I never ate at the cafe.
                                Dorms are small and stupid. Not what you paid for :)
                                Friends I made were amazing! However I wish there was more diversity!
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