GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Ph.D. in Public Administration- Rigorous, research-based degree that prepares students for faculty positions and leadership roles in public and nonprofit organizations. Financial support in the form of the Griffith Scholarship is available to qualified students.

Master in Public Administration- The MPA is the key professional degree for individuals working in fast-growing public and nonprofit sectors. Course delivery, which includes night, weekend, and online classes, is geared towards the working student.

Master of Professional Studies (Online)- MPS is a Tennessee Board of Regents Online Masters in Professional Studies degree program taught by professors from six TBR institutions. Students may choose from three concentrations, Strategic Leadership, Human Resource Management, and Training and Develop.                                                      

                                                          UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

Bachelor of Science in Urban Studies- Interdisciplinary major prepares students for community oriented professions and active engagement in public service. May be combined with Nonprofit Minor.

Undergraduate Minor in Non-Profit Management- Ideal for students with a commitment to the community and the desire to apply knowledge gained in their major to future employment in the nonprofit sector. Students will also participate with valuable service learning experience. 

                                                                                                       CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Graduate Certificate in Non-Profit Management- Certificate prepares students to succeed in the rapidly growing nonprofit sector. Students have the opportunity to pursue American Humanics(AH) certification as they complete the coursework. Five course certificate may be completed in as few as 3 semesters.

Graduate Certificate in Health Administration and Planning- Certificate consists of five 3-hour courses. Certificate recipients have skills which are in high demand in expanding healthcare policy and service delivery arenas. 

Student Testimonials                                                             

Fall 2009 Course Schedule

Graduate Program Application                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Undergraduate Program Application 

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 Required Book List

This is a required book list for all students taking courses in the College of Public Service & Urban Affairs. Listed are the titles and prices of all required texts.

For a complete list of important departmental forms, please visit :

www.tnstate.edu/grad/forms.htm