MPA Public Administration in Analytics at Illinois Institute of Technology

Programme overview

The Master of Public Administration in Analytics program is designed to teach students a combination of top-notch analytical skills and knowledge of administrative best practices that will prepare them to be effective public and nonprofit managers, leaders, and entrepreneurs.

Faculty: Stuart School of Business | Department: Business | Study mode: full-time | Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

The M.P.A. in Analytics degree requires a minimum of 30 credit hours (10 courses) of graduate work, including eight required core courses and two elective courses. View details

Career pathways

Graduates of the Master of Public Administration in Analytics program are well prepared for the public and nonprofit sector job markets, including management and supervisory roles, as well as positions in the private sector that interact with government agencies and nonprofit organizations. Potential job titles include: Program manager; Budget analyst; Program analyst; Senior data analyst; City manager; Public policy manager; Government relations director; Government affairs consultant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Completed online application Official transcript submission with a minimum cumulative undergraduate grade-point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale No GMAT or GRE scores required A one-page statement of purpose, with goals and objectives English proficiency exam, if required Work experience is a plus Undergraduate coursework in either statistics, analytics, or economics preferred Have Questions? Connect with Us For any questions about Stuart School of Business degree programs or the application and enrollment process, contact Graduate Admissions.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms: Fall and Spring.

Fall term: priority deadlines January 31 and April 15; regular deadline July 15 (domestic and international students living in the U.S.) or June 15 (international students living outside the U.S.). Spring term: priority October 1, extended to October 15; regular deadline January 7 (domestic) or November 15 (international). The admissions application fee is $100. GRE is optional for master's applicants.

Chicago-Kent J.D.: no application fee for 2026 J.D. applicants; first-year entry is Fall, with transfer entry in Fall or Spring.

Apply through the official page: https://www.iit.edu/admissions-aid/apply

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